2027 Guggenheim Fellowships in USA and Canada | Funding for Mid-Career Professionals
The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation provides funding for exceptional mid-career professionals across a wide range of fields in the United States and Canada. Eligible applicants can apply through the official online portal.
Overview
The Guggenheim Fellowship is designed for established professionals who demonstrate significant achievement in their fields and possess a strong project they are ready to pursue. The Foundation evaluates candidates based on professional record and output rather than age or institutional affiliation. Recent Fellows span ages from their late twenties to their late seventies.
Eligibility
To qualify for the 2027 Guggenheim Fellowship, candidates must fulfill specific criteria:
- Hold citizenship or permanent residency in the United States or Canada.
- Demonstrate mid-career status, with or without university affiliations.
- Have not previously received a Guggenheim Fellowship.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their information and supporting documents through the online portal, ensuring they complete the final submission process by selecting "Final Submit Application."
Required components include:
- Applicant information covering contact details, employment history, education, and professional memberships.
- A Career Narrative of up to 1,000 words.
- A Statement of Plans of up to 1,000 words detailing the proposed project.
- Up to seven most significant works and field-specific work examples.
- Three to four professional references.
You can access the application through the application portal.
Deadline
The submission deadline is September 29, 2026.