The New York Public Library (NYPL) is accepting applications for the prestigious Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers Fellowship 2027–2028. This internationally competitive fellowship provides 15 scholars and creative writers with a $90,000 stipend, a private office, and full access to one of the world’s most significant research collections during a nine-month residency in New York City. Open to academics, independent scholars, novelists, playwrights, poets, and visual artists working on book projects, the fellowship is designed for individuals whose research or creative work will directly benefit from the collections of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. Application Deadline: 25 September 2026 (5:00 PM EDT) About the Cullman Center Fellowship The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center is one of the world’s leading residential fellowship programmes for scholarship and creative writing. Each year, the Centre selects 15 Fellows from around the globe for a residency running from September 2027 through May 2028. Rather than functioning as a traditional academic appointment, the fellowship provides uninterrupted time for research and writing while fostering an intellectual community where fellows exchange ideas across disciplines through seminars, discussions, and public programmes hosted by NYPL. Fellowship Benefits Successful fellows receive substantial financial and professional support throughout the residency. The fellowship includes: $90,000 stipend for the nine-month fellowship period A private office equipped with a computer Full access to NYPL’s extensive physical and digital research collections Membership in an interdisciplinary community of scholars and writers Opportunities to participate in public conversations and Library events Dedicated time and space to complete significant research or creative projects The fellowship is intended to support the completion of ambitious works that require deep engagement with library collections and archival resources. Who Can Apply? The programme welcomes applicants from around the world whose work relies substantially on the resources of the New York Public Library. Eligible applicants include: Academic researchers Independent scholars Novelists Playwrights Poets Literary nonfiction writers Visual artists developing a book project Projects may span the humanities, social sciences, literature, history, culture, and other research-intensive disciplines, provided they demonstrate a meaningful connection to NYPL’s collections. What Makes a Strong Project? The Cullman Center seeks applicants pursuing original, substantial works that will benefit directly from the Library’s unparalleled holdings. Competitive proposals clearly explain both the intellectual significance of the project and why the NYPL collections are essential to its successful completion. Successful projects often include: Original historical or archival research Scholarly books and monographs Literary fiction and creative nonfiction Poetry and dramatic writing Interdisciplinary research drawing upon rare collections Visual arts projects culminating in a book publication The strongest applications combine scholarly or artistic excellence with a compelling vision for completing a major work during the residency. Fellowship Experience Beyond individual research, fellows become part of a vibrant intellectual community that encourages collaboration across disciplines. Throughout the residency, participants engage in regular discussions, workshops, and public events while maintaining dedicated time for independent work. Former fellows have described the programme as transformative because it balances the solitude necessary for writing with meaningful engagement among accomplished scholars and creative practitioners. The community includes internationally recognised authors, historians, critics, and artists whose diverse perspectives enrich the fellowship experience. How to Strengthen an Application Given the highly competitive nature of the fellowship, applicants should focus on presenting a clear, ambitious, and well-developed project proposal. Rather than describing a broad research interest, successful applications articulate a specific work that can realistically be advanced during the nine-month residency. Applicants are encouraged to: Demonstrate why NYPL’s collections are indispensable to the project. Present a clear research or writing methodology. Highlight previous publications, exhibitions, or scholarly achievements. Explain the project’s broader intellectual or cultural contribution. Submit polished writing samples and supporting materials where required. A thoughtful proposal that connects the project directly to the Library’s unique resources is often a defining feature of successful applications. Why This Fellowship Is Valuable The Cullman Center Fellowship is regarded as one of the most distinguished opportunities for scholars and writers worldwide. Its generous funding, exceptional research environment, and interdisciplinary community provide fellows with the freedom to complete significant intellectual and creative works while engaging with one of the world’s premier public research libraries. For researchers, authors, and artists seeking uninterrupted time, world-class collections, and an inspiring scholarly community, the 2027–2028 NYPL Cullman Center Fellowship represents an outstanding international opportunity. 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