RBS-UVA Fellowship Program
Supports UVA students in advanced research using special collections, combining Rare Book School expertise in book history and material-text studies.
Funder: Rare Book School
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application deadline) | November 2026 (scholarship and fellowship applications deadline)
Funding Amounts: Stipend provided; fellows may also compete for an annual prize.
Summary: Supports UVA students conducting research with special collections, offering a stipend and prize opportunity in partnership with Rare Book School.
Key Information: Open only to students at the University of Virginia.
Description
The RBS-UVA Fellowship Program is a collaborative initiative between Rare Book School and the University of Virginia. It is designed to support UVA students in research projects that utilize special collections, including written, printed, and born-digital materials. The fellowship aims to foster advanced scholarly work by integrating Rare Book School’s expertise in book history, bibliography, and material-text studies into student research. Fellows receive a stipend and have the opportunity to compete for an annual prize, benefiting from the unique resources and training offered by Rare Book School.
