The 2025 competition is closed.
The 2026 competition will open for applications in late summer 2025.
The Guggenheim Fellowship supports individuals who have achieved notable success in their careers across the creative arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. It is designed for mid-career professionals whose work is well-established. Potential Fellows have already made significant contributions to their field and are eager for time and resources that will allow them to further their meaningful work.
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August & September
Applicants should begin by creating an account on the Guggenheim Fellowship application portal. (This is only available when the competition is open.) During this time, you will craft your application, reach out to potential references, and gather the work samples that best reflect your achievements.
Please note: The staff at the Guggenheim Foundation cannot advise you on the content of your application or work samples.
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September to November
When contacted, your recommendation letters should be submitted by your references, and you will upload your chosen work samples, which are critical for evaluation. This phase, closing in mid-November, focuses on showcasing the depth and quality of your achievements.
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November to April
After you have submitted all of your materials, our jurors review the completed applications in their domain and submit their recommendations to the Committee of Selection. After the Committee of Selection approves their choices, the list of new Fellows is submitted to the Board of Trustees to confirm these Fellowship appointments. Typically, new Fellows are announced in April.
During the Guggenheim Fellowship selection process, expert jurors—some of whom may be your peers—carefully assess each application, ensuring that the evaluation is impartial, comprehensive, and of the highest possible standard. We keep the identities of the jurors confidential, guaranteeing a fair and meticulous review and ensuring that the focus stays squarely on the merit and originality of your work.