Ox-Bow Fellowship Program

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Brief Description

Ox-Bow’s Summer Fellowship Program is a fully funded 13-week residency for students from competitive art schools across the U.S. Fellows live on campus, engage in artistic and administrative work, and participate in a dynamic artist-run community. This program provides professional development, mentorship, and hands-on experience in arts administration and creative practice.

Information and Application Details

  • Program Dates: May 29 – September 1, 2025
  • Deadline: March 9, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET
  • Location: Ox-Bow, Michigan, USA
  • Application Process:
    • Submit an online application including a portfolio, CV, and artist statement
    • Candidates may specify their work-study area of interest

 

Eligibility

  • Open to undergraduate juniors/seniors and graduate students
  • Must have a graduation date of December 2024 or later
  • Must be at least 21 years old by the start of the program
  • Must have authorization to work in the U.S. or a valid work visa
  • Two fellowships are reserved for students from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Partner schools include:
    • Carnegie Mellon University
    • Pratt Institute
    • Stamps School of Art & Design (University of Michigan)
    • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • University of Texas at Austin

 

Theme

  • Community engagement, interdisciplinary arts, and professional development within an artist-run residency

 

How to Apply

  • Online application submission by the deadline
  • Required materials:
    • CV
    • Portfolio (images/videos of past work)
    • Artist statement detailing artistic goals and interest in the program

 

Submission Requirements

  • Portfolio showcasing previous work
  • CV and contact details
  • Short statement (300-500 words) on the artist’s approach and interest in Ox-Bow

 

Selection Process

  • Applications reviewed by a panel of artists and curators
  • Selection based on artistic merit, commitment to creative practice, and potential for growth

 

Program Benefits or Awards

  • Studio space with 24/7 access
  • Bi-weekly stipend ($300 per week) for on-campus labor
  • Free room and board (including three meals per day)
  • Weekly studio visits with renowned visiting artists
  • Exhibition opportunities on campus
  • Teaching Assistant (TA) opportunities
  • Mentorship and networking within an active artist community

 

Work-Study Areas (Optional Specializations)

  1. Artist Liaison & Administration – Arts admin experience, assisting visiting artists, and event support
  2. Culinary Arts – Working in the kitchen, supporting food-based artistic projects
  3. Glass – Assisting in the glass studio, technical and teaching support
  4. Grounds & Maintenance – Maintaining and enhancing the campus environment
  5. Historic Preservation & Archiving – Organizing and digitizing historical materials
  6. Housekeeping – Supporting campus hospitality and accommodation management
  7. Photography & Communications – Documenting campus life, videography, and graphic design

 

 

Website: https://www.ox-bow.org/fellowship-program/

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