New York Fellowship 2028 in the USA (Fully Funded)
Overview
The New York Fellowship 2028 is a six-month program hosted in the United States by the Asian Cultural Council. The fellowship provides participants with an immersive experience in the cultural life of New York City, enabling international exchange and the development of artistic practices. The program runs across two distinct cohorts, with the first cohort running from January 1 to June 30, 2028, and the second cohort running from July 1 to December 31, 2028. Applicants may indicate a preferred cohort, though final assignments are determined by the host organization. Eligible fields of study and practice include architecture, archaeology, art history, arts administration, arts criticism, conservation, crafts, curation, dance, ethnomusicology, film, literature, museum studies, music, theater, and visual art.
Who can apply
Applicants must be citizens or legal permanent residents of an eligible country, territory, or region. The eligible locations consist of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Mainland China, East Timor, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macau SAR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States. Candidates must be at least 21 years old by the start of the fellowship and possess a minimum of five years of professional experience in an eligible artistic or cultural discipline. Additionally, participants must be confident in communicating in English and capable of handling daily tasks independently to meet the requirements of the J-1 visa, which is sponsored by the organization for all selected fellows.
What you get
This is a fully funded fellowship that covers economy-class international airfare, accommodation, housing, food, daily living expenses, and local transportation. Additional financial provisions include mandatory travel health insurance, visa-related expenses, and funding for museum admissions, event tickets, and other eligible cultural activities.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the GoApply portal following the registration instructions provided on the official website.
Key dates
The application deadline is 10th November 2026. The fellowship takes place in two cohorts during 2028, spanning from January 1 to June 30, 2028, or July 1 to December 31, 2028.