Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships
The Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships from the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts support doctoral research and dissertation completion in visual arts disciplines, often including a residency.
Funder: Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts
Due Dates: November 15, 2026: Full application deadline (applications due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 per year stipend; fellowships range from 12 to 36 months depending on category; additional travel and housing allowances available.
Summary: Supports advanced graduate research and dissertation completion in the visual arts, with opportunities for residency and scholarly engagement at the Center.
Key Information: Applicants must be nominated by their department chair and have advanced to doctoral candidacy by the deadline.
Description
The Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships from the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts (CASVA) support graduate students conducting research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts. These fellowships are designed to facilitate doctoral dissertation completion and research travel, and most include a year-long residency at the Center in Washington, DC. Fellows join a vibrant scholarly community, engaging with leading professors and participating in lectures, colloquia, and collaborative discussions. Multiple specialized fellowships are available, each with its own focus area and duration, including opportunities for research abroad or in the United States, and some with curatorial work components.
