2026 Art Conservation & Conservation Science Scholarships (20+ Verified)

The most accurate, link-verified list of scholarships, fellowships, and paid internships for Art Conservation & Conservation Science students and emerging professionals. Sorted by deadline (Jan–Dec). Updated monthly with verified apply links.

Art Conservation / Conservation Science Scholarships & Fellowships (Verified)

January

Winterthur Museum Research Fellowships
💥 Why It Slaps: Prestigious residential fellowships at Winterthur—great for object, paper, decorative arts, and technical studies research.
💰 Amount: $2,500/month (dissertation); other terms available
⏰ Deadline: Jan 15, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.winterthur.org/fellowships-available/

Samuel H. Kress Conservation Fellowships (FAIC)
💥 Why It Slaps: Flagship post-graduate museum fellowships for new conservation grads; a launchpad into top labs.
💰 Amount: $44,000 (12 months)
⏰ Deadline: Jan 22, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.kressfoundation.org/Programs/Fellowships/Conservation-Fellowships

Cathleen A. Baker Fellowship in Paper Conservation (U-Michigan)
💥 Why It Slaps: Supports graduate students and professionals pursuing paper/book conservation research with the U-M Library’s world-class resources.
💰 Amount: Varies (stipend provided)
⏰ Deadline: End of January (annually)
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.lib.umich.edu/about-us/work-us/librarian-and-staff-positions/cathleen-baker-fellowship-conservation

February

Christa Gaehde Fund (AIC Book & Paper Group)
💥 Why It Slaps: Micro-grants for paper conservation study, workshops, or research—fast impact for early-career goals.
💰 Amount: Typically $500–$1,000
⏰ Deadline: Feb 1, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.culturalheritage.org/groups/book-paper-group

Carolyn Horton Scholarship (AIC Book & Paper Group)
💥 Why It Slaps: Sister award to Gaehde—same scope, same deadline; you’re automatically considered for both.
💰 Amount: Typically $500–$1,000
⏰ Deadline: Feb 1, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.culturalheritage.org/groups/book-paper-group

“Take A Chance” Grants (FAIC)
💥 Why It Slaps: Seed money for innovative conservation projects that don’t fit other buckets.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,000
⏰ Deadline: Feb 1, 2026 (also Sep 15—see September)
🔗 Apply/info: https://cool.culturalheritage.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/2013/0026.html

FAIC Individual Professional Development Scholarships
💥 Why It Slaps: Covers workshops, courses, or research outside AIC/FAIC programs—flexible and frequent.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,500
⏰ Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 (also Sep 15—see September)
🔗 Apply/info: https://community.culturalheritage.org/resources/ipds

FAIC/Tru Vue® International Professional Development Scholarships
💥 Why It Slaps: Travel help to attend international conservation training/events—expand your network globally.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,500
⏰ Deadline: Feb 15, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://resources.culturalheritage.org/conservators-converse/2014/10/30/inaugural-faictru-vue-international-professional-development-scholarships-awarded-by-the-foundation-of-theamerican-institute-for-conservation/ — ✅ Link verified Sep 25, 2025.

Holly Maxson Conservation Grants (FAIC)
💥 Why It Slaps: Substantial project support aligned with Maxson’s conservation philanthropy—competitive but powerful.
💰 Amount: $16,000
⏰ Deadline: Feb 15 (every other year)
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding

March

Conservation Training Diversity Tuition Scholarship (SUNY Buffalo State, Garman Department)
💥 Why It Slaps: Tuition-coverage scholarship (3 years) to broaden participation in the field; tied to a top U.S. conservation program.
💰 Amount: Full tuition (3 years)
⏰ Deadline: Mar 7, 2025 (department announces each cycle; monitor for 2026 date)
🔗 Apply/info: https://artconservation.multidev.buffalostate.edu/fellowships-and-scholarships

September

FAIC Individual Professional Development Scholarships (Fall Cycle)
💥 Why It Slaps: Second window in the year; great for fall workshops or travel.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,500
⏰ Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://community.culturalheritage.org/resources/ipds

“Take A Chance” Grants (Fall Cycle)
💥 Why It Slaps: Another shot at micro-funding for experimental conservation ideas.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,000
⏰ Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
🔗 Apply/info: https://cool.culturalheritage.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/2013/0026.html

October

Smithsonian Postgraduate & Postdoctoral Fellowships in Conservation of Museum Collections
💥 Why It Slaps: Work within Smithsonian labs (incl. MCI) on conservation or conservation science; strong stipends.
💰 Amount: Postgrad $42,000; Postdoc $55,000 (+ travel allowances)
⏰ Deadline: Oct 15, 2025 (annual cycle)
🔗 Apply/info: https://fellowships.si.edu/opportunity/CONS — ✅ Link verified Sep 25, 2025.

The Met Interdisciplinary Fellowship (Technical Art History/Conservation-adjacent)
💥 Why It Slaps: Bridges curatorial research with technical investigation—ideal for conservation-minded scholars.
💰 Amount: $47,000 (junior) / $57,000 (senior) + $6,000 travel
⏰ Deadline: Oct 17, 2025
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.metmuseum.org/opportunities/fellowships

November

The Met Conservation & Scientific Research Fellowships
💥 Why It Slaps: One of the most recognized conservation/science fellowships globally—serious funding + Met labs access.
💰 Amount: $47,000 (junior) / $57,000 (senior) + $6,000 travel + health offset
⏰ Deadline: Nov 14, 2025
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.metmuseum.org/opportunities/fellowships/conservation-and-scientific-research-fellowship

December

FAIC George Stout Memorial Fund Scholarships
💥 Why It Slaps: Classic support for students/post-grads to attend the AIC Annual Meeting—network + knowledge boost.
💰 Amount: Up to $1,000
⏰ Deadline: Dec 15, 2025
🔗 Apply/info: https://community.culturalheritage.org/resources/stout

Rolling / Program-Based Funding (Apply with Program Admissions or See Program Pages)

Buffalo State (Garman Department) Graduate Fellowships (Art Conservation MS)
💥 Why It Slaps: Departmental fellowships for all three years; one of the strongest funded MS programs.
💰 Amount: $25,000/year (Years 1–2); up to $25,000 (Year 3, varies by internship site)
⏰ Deadline: Varies with program admissions
🔗 Apply/info: https://artconservation.buffalostate.edu/fellowships-scholarships

Winterthur/University of Delaware (WUDPAC) – Program Support
💥 Why It Slaps: All enrolled students receive a full tuition scholarship and a yearly stipend—gold-standard training.
💰 Amount: Full tuition + annual stipend (departmental)
⏰ Deadline: Varies with program admissions
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/cas/units/departments/art-conservation/graduate-programs/art-conservation-ms/

NYU Institute of Fine Arts – Conservation Center Funding
💥 Why It Slaps: Admitted students receive four years of funding (tuition + stipend + health), plus world-class placements.
💰 Amount: Full tuition + stipend + health (program package)
⏰ Deadline: Varies with program admissions
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.ifa.nyu.edu/conservation/welcome.html

National Gallery of Art – A.W. Mellon Advanced Training Fellowships (Objects & Paper)
💥 Why It Slaps: Multi-year training in a national-level lab; excellent for specialization and publishing.
💰 Amount: $53,000/year (listed on NGA posting)
⏰ Deadline: Varies by posting
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.nga.gov/employment-opportunities/conservation-fellowships

Getty Conservation Institute – Conservation Guest Scholars
💥 Why It Slaps: 3–6 month residential research at GCI focused on advancing conservation practice.
💰 Amount: Stipend provided (varies by term)
⏰ Deadline: Annually (see program page each fall)
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.getty.edu/conservation/publications_resources/newsletters/pdf/v39n2.pdf (program overview; see Getty “Funding Opportunities” for the live cycle)

Getty Marrow Undergraduate Internships (LA-area, Conservation placements available)
💥 Why It Slaps: PAID summer internships that can place you in conservation departments; pipeline for diverse talent.
💰 Amount: Paid (hourly; at least LA minimum wage; set annually)
⏰ Deadline: Varies by host (spring)
🔗 Apply/info: https://www.getty.edu/projects/getty-marrow-undergraduate-internships/

Corning Museum of Glass – Rakow Grant for Glass Research
💥 Why It Slaps: Funds glass history/technology projects—great for conservation science & technical art history.
💰 Amount: Up to $30,000 (total awards annually)
⏰ Deadline: Annually (see program page)
🔗 Apply/info: https://info.cmog.org/opportunities-for-scholars/rakow-grant

Corning Museum of Glass – David Whitehouse Research Residency for Scholars
💥 Why It Slaps: Short research residencies leveraging the Rakow Research Library—solid for materials/tech studies.
💰 Amount: Stipend & travel support (varies)
⏰ Deadline: Annually (see program page)
🔗 Apply/info: https://info.cmog.org/opportunities-for-scholars

Harvard Art Museums – Conservation Fellowships (Straus Center)
💥 Why It Slaps: Advanced fellowships in paintings, paper, objects & conservation science; strong salary and benefits.
💰 Amount: ~$55,000/year (recent postings)
⏰ Deadline: Varies by posting
🔗 Apply/info: https://harvardartmuseums.org/teaching-and-research/research-centers/straus-center-for-conservation-and-technical-studi