Research Fellowships

The Yale Center for British Art (YCBA) offers short-term fellowships to support research projects that engage substantively with the museum’s collections. These awards are open to academics, curators, doctoral candidates, and independent scholars seeking funding for up to four weeks of on-site research. 
 

Apply for a Research Fellowship

These fellowships are open to curators, academics, independent scholars, and doctoral students working in any area of British visual and material culture. Applicants may be of any nationality. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12 pm EST. 

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Current and Past Fellows

Explore current and past cohort profiles, their research projects, and the opportunities available to fellows. 

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AHRC International Placement Scheme (IPS) Scholar Awards

These awards are open to early career researchers, research assistants, and doctoral students funded by the UK Arts and Humanities Research Council. Applications must be made through the AHRC.

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Contact the Research department at
ycba.research@yale.edu | +1 203 432 2824