ACC New York Fellowship 2028 in the USA (Fully Funded)

Applications are open for the Asian Cultural Council (ACC) New York Fellowship 2028. This six-month programme supports artists, scholars, and arts professionals from Asia. Fellows experience New York City’s cultural life and exchange ideas with international peers. They also develop their artistic practices.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: Asian Cultural Council (ACC)
• Funding: Grant covering airfare, housing, living expenses, insurance, and visa costs
• Duration: Six months, in either a January or July 2028 cohort
• Location: New York City, USA
• Eligibility: Artists and cultural professionals from eligible Asian countries, aged 21 or older
• Application Deadline: November 10, 2026

Focus Areas

• Visual art, film, music, dance, and theatre
• Architecture, curation, and museum studies
• Art history, arts criticism, and conservation
• Literature, ethnomusicology, and arts administration

About the Fellowship

The fellowship offers six months of cultural immersion. Fellows attend exhibitions, performances, workshops, and discussions. They meet artists, scholars, cultural professionals, and ACC alumni. They also exchange ideas with fellows from different disciplines. ACC staff guide fellows on activities and settling into New York.

What Fellows Receive

The grant covers economy airfare and housing. It also covers food, daily living costs, and local transport. Mandatory travel health insurance and visa expenses are included. Fellows also receive funds for museum entry, event tickets, and other cultural activities. ACC sponsors the J-1 visa.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be citizens or legal permanent residents of an eligible Asian country or region. They must be at least 21 by the start of the fellowship. They need five years of experience in an eligible discipline. Confident English is required. Previous New York Fellows cannot reapply.

Required Materials

Applicants apply through ACC’s online GoApply portal. They should select a preferred cohort, though ACC makes the final assignment. Review ACC’s guidelines for required documents and recommendation letters.

How to Apply

Submit your application before November 10, 2026.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers Asian arts professionals a well-supported, immersive New York experience. It requires full commitment to the six-month term. Applicants should confirm eligibility for their country before applying. Review the full guidelines through ACC’s official page.

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