The Dedalus Foundation’s Senior Fellowship program is intended to encourage and support critical and historical studies related to painting, sculpture and allied arts from the twentieth century.
Under this program, fellowships are awarded to writers and scholars who have demonstrated their abilities through previous accomplishments and who are not currently matriculated for academic degrees. Applicants must be citizens of the United States. A jury of distinguished scholars determines the winner of the fellowship. Fellowship stipends vary according to the needs of the specific project, with a maximum of $30,000.
Inquiries may be directed to fellowships@dedalusfoundation.org.
Referees can submit letters of reference here.
The Dedalus Foundation’s Senior Fellowship program is intended to encourage and support critical and historical studies related to painting, sculpture and allied arts from the twentieth century. It does not support the making or commissioning of works of art.
Under this program, fellowships are awarded to writers and scholars who have demonstrated their abilities through previous accomplishments and who are not currently matriculated for academic degrees.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States.
Application Requirements
Please prepare the following information as a single PDF, using Times New Roman, 12pt. typeface. Once these materials are assembled submit the PDF to us using the interface at the bottom of this page.
Applications should be submitted prior to September 15, 2025, 5 PM ET.
Applicant Information
Name and Contact Information
Name
Pronoun
Current Professional Position (Title/Affiliation)
Project Information
Title or Nature of Proposed Project
Brief Description of Project (150 word limit)
Work Completed to Date (400 word limit)
Project Statement: Provide a brief statement (2,000 word limit) describing your proposed project. Address its significance for the general understanding of modern art and modernism. Indicate where the research and writing are to be undertaken and expectations of publication of the results.
References
Provide the names, phone numbers and email addresses for three referees.
Please instruct your referees to submit their letters directly to the Dedalus Foundation by September 15. Letters should be formatted as PDFs and submitted through the Foundation’s website.
Budget Statement
The fellowship is for a maximum of $30,000. Please create a simple budget with the following line items: Living Expenses, Travel, Research, Other (specify), Total.
Biography
Biographical Statement: Provide a brief statement (750 word limit) describing your background, preparation, relevant experience and particular interests.
Curriculum Vitae: Provide your Curriculum Vitae, including publications you have authored.
Applications should be submitted prior to September 15, 2025, 5 PM ET.
Website link: https://dedalusfoundation.org/programs/fellowships-awards/view/senior-fellowship/
