Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program
The Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program provides opportunities for established scholars or professionals who have attained distinction in the cultural heritage conservation field. Scholars are in residence at the Getty Conservation Institute for a three-month period to pursue their projects, free from work-related obligations, while engaging with Getty's research collections and intellectual community.
📖 About the Program
- Date Published: August 08, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 01, 2025
- Category: Grants, Training
- Opportunity Location: United States
- Sponsor Organization: Getty Foundation
Program Overview
Recipients of the program will:
- Spend three months in residence at the Getty Conservation Institute.
- Pursue their projects free from work-related obligations.
- Utilize research collections at the Getty Center and Getty Villa.
- Participate in the intellectual life of Getty alongside other scholars, fellows, and interns.
🎁 Benefits of the Program
- Residency Duration: Three months (September-December, January-March, or April-June).
- Grant Amount: $21,500.
- Additional benefits include:
- A workstation at the Conservation Institute.
- An apartment in the Getty scholar housing complex.
- Research assistance.
- A travel stipend.
- An available healthcare option.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applications are welcome from researchers and practitioners of all nationalities working in the fields of:
- Conservation.
- Historic preservation.
- Heritage science.
- Related fields.
Requirements:
- At least seven years of professional experience.
- Established record of publications and contributions to the field.
- Individuals from underrepresented groups in cultural heritage conservation are encouraged to apply.
Restrictions:
- Proposals for postdoctoral research or research contributing to a PhD or other academic degree will not be considered.
- Recent PhDs in chemistry or material sciences should apply to the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science.
- Current Getty staff and their immediate family members are not eligible.
- Previous recipients of the Conservation Guest Scholar Grant may reapply after a six-year waiting period.
📝 Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted through the Getty Foundation Grant Portal.
- Use Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience (Internet Explorer is not compatible).
- Save your application form and return to it via the "Applications: In Progress" link to avoid creating multiple versions.
Project Proposal:
The proposal should not exceed five pages, typed and double-spaced. It must include the following sections:
- Project Description
- Methodology (specify components to be pursued at Getty).
- Expected Outcome
- Contribution to the Conservation Field
- Applicant's Qualifications
- Benefits from Getty Resources
For additional guidance, refer to the FAQs on residential grant opportunities.
Contact Information:
For inquiries, email: gcischolars@getty.edu.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Deadline: October 01, 2025
🔗 Useful Links
This program offers a unique opportunity for professionals in cultural heritage conservation to advance their work in a supportive and resource-rich environment. Don't miss the chance to apply!
- Conservation Guest Scholars are in residence for three months: September-December, January-March, or April-June: $21,500
- The grant also includes a workstation at the Conservation Institute, an apartment in the Getty scholar housing complex, research assistance, a travel stipend, and an available healthcare option.
