The Cullman Center Fellowship 2026-2027, offered by the New York Public Library (NYPL), invites applications from exceptional scholars, writers, journalists, translators, and visual artists worldwide. This prestigious fellowship provides access to the Library’s renowned collections at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, offering an unparalleled research environment in the heart of New York City.
Summary of Key Details:
- Fellowship Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, New York, USA
- Number of Fellowships: 15 awards
- Fellowship Duration: September 2026 – May 2027
- Stipend: Up to $90,000 plus office space and full library access
- Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
- Eligibility: Open to scholars, writers, journalists, translators, and visual artists from any country proficient in English
About the Cullman Center Fellowship
The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers is a world-class fellowship program designed for individuals whose work will benefit from access to NYPL’s unparalleled research resources. With over 53 million items, the NYPL is one of the largest and most comprehensive libraries in the world, offering rich collections in literature, history, art, anthropology, politics, sociology, psychology, and more.
Every year, the fellowship committee selects 15 outstanding fellows from various disciplines, including academics, creative writers (novelists, playwrights, poets), independent researchers, journalists, translators, and visual artists. The program aims to foster exceptional writing and research, encouraging high-level intellectual exchange both within the Center and in public forums across the Library.
Benefits of the Fellowship
- Stipend: Up to $90,000 for the fellowship period
- Workspace: A private office equipped with a computer
- Library Access: Full use of NYPL’s electronic and physical collections
- Engagement: Opportunities to present ongoing projects during lunchtime talks and participate in NYPL programs
- Networking: Collaborate and exchange ideas with a diverse group of scholars and writers
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be exceptional scholars or writers (academics, journalists, novelists, playwrights, poets, translators, visual artists, or independent researchers)
- Be proficient in English (foreign nationals are welcome)
- Work primarily at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building for the fellowship duration
- Not be pursuing research directly leading to an academic degree
- Demonstrate a commitment to producing high-quality written work that contributes to the fellowship’s vibrant intellectual community
Fellowship Timeline
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Applications Open: June 2025
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Deadline to Apply: September 26, 2025
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Fellowship Period: September 2026 – May 2027
About the New York Public Library
Founded in New York City with 92 locations and nearly 53 million items, the New York Public Library is the second-largest public library in the United States and the fourth-largest in the world. It operates as a private, nonprofit corporation with public and private funding, serving as a hub for academic and cultural enrichment in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
How to Apply
Applications for the Cullman Center Fellowship 2026-2027 should be submitted online via the official NYPL fellowship portal. Detailed guidelines, application requirements, and further information are available on the New York Public Library’s official website.
Apply Now – Official NYPL Fellowship Page
Please refer to the New York Public Library (NYPL) website for further information about the Cullman Center Fellowships.
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