Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships
Supporting early-career scholars from around the world to make substantial and original contributions to the field of art history
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Goal
Getty Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships are intended for emerging researchers to complete work on projects related to the Scholars Program’s annual theme or African American Art History Initiative (AAAHI). While in residence, fellows may pursue research projects, complete dissertations, or expand dissertations for publication. Recipients also make use of Getty Research Institute (GRI) collections, join in weekly lectures, and participate in intellectual life at Getty. Predoctoral fellows may be in residence at the Getty Center, while Postdoctoral fellows may be in residence at the Getty Center or Getty Villa.
Background
Getty Scholars Program
Getty Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships are part of the Getty Scholars Program so that a mix of senior scholars and junior fellows compose the cohort. The cohort's research projects are focused on an annual theme. Since 1985, the program has hosted nearly 1,500 scholars from over fifty countries to conduct research on art history and visual studies while residing in Los Angeles. Selected projects have spanned geographical regions and time periods, from ancient to contemporary eras. The three main categories of grants are:
- Scholar Grants for established researchers and professionals who have held PhDs for at least 5 years and/or possess strong records of publication and professional activity, at the Getty Center or Getty Villa.
- Postdoctoral Fellowships for recently granted PhDs at the Getty Center or Getty Villa
- Predoctoral Fellowships for PhD candidates at the Getty Center
This page provides information specific to Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships.
Applicants for 2024–2025
Grant Details
The following provides information about Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships. Visit the Getty Scholars Program or Getty Scholars Program at the Villa pages for details about grants for established researchers and professionals.
Application Process
Frequently Asked Questions
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Still have questions? Please send inquires to researchgrants@getty.edu, with the subject line: Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships
Fellowship Opportunity
Apply by October 2, 2023 for a residential fellowship for the 2024–2025 academic year
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