Program Details
NXTHVN annually invites up to seven artists and two curators for a paid 10-month intensive Fellowship Program. Fellows receive studio or office space, a stipend, and subsidized housing. Selected from a global pool of applicants, Fellows move to New Haven to join NXTHVN’s mentorship-focused curriculum. This includes professional development sessions with visiting artists, curators, scholars, and practitioners. Fellows are also paired with a high school Apprentice for mutual learning, benefiting the next local generation in creative fields. The Fellowship concludes with an annual group show at a prominent gallery.
Application Timeline
The Fellowship Application is open from December 5, 2023, to February 26, 2024. For application inquiries, contact hello@nxthvn.com.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old at the Fellowship’s start.
- Cannot be enrolled in any academic program or other residency during the Fellowship year.
- No requirement for an art degree or formal training.
- Studio Fellows must live in New Haven throughout the Fellowship.
- Applicants can be from the US or international locations.
- NXTHVN does not cover travel or relocation costs.
Inclusivity Statement
NXTHVN welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, marital status, or national origin.
Application Process
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Apply through the online form on Submittable.
- All submissions must be in English or, if a video, subtitled in English.
- Ensure the provided email address is active.
- Additional requirements are available on the Submittable platform.
Selection Procedure
The selection panel, comprising NXTHVN staff and alumni, evaluates applicants based on their readiness to join the program. Interviews are conducted in spring, and the final cohort is announced shortly after. Selected applicants will be notified in April 2024.
