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The Met Fellowship Program

Join a community of scholars from various disciplines, backgrounds, perspectives, and training. Their individual interests and research, requiring close study of objects, collectively activates and uplifts 5,000 years of human creativity represented in The Met Collection.

Opportunities

For emerging scholars, postdoctoral and senior scholars, and established museum professionals

*Graduate students at the MA level and PhD students who have not yet achieved candidacy are also eligible for Met internships.

Helpful Links for Fellowship Applicants

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Fellowship Application FAQs
Find answers to common questions about the fellowship application process and program requirements.
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Current and Former Fellows
Learn about current and former Met Fellows, the institutions they represent, and the wide range of research projects they pursued while at the Museum. 

Online Information Sessions

Join a virtual information session to learn about The Met Fellowship Program and application processes.

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The Met Fellowship Online Information Sessions

August 4 1:00 PMOnline
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The Met Fellowship Online Information Sessions

August 5 2:00 PMOnline
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The Met Fellowship Online Information Sessions

August 7 1:00 PMOnline
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The Met Fellowship Online Information Sessions

August 8 10:00 AMOnline
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The Met Fellowship Online Information Sessions

September 17 3:00 PMOnline

Research Out Loud

Every spring, The Met fellows present their research to the public.

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Research Out Loud events are normally posted in early March. Learn more about the program.
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The Met's Internship Program

High school students, undergraduate and graduate students, and recent graduates are eligible for Met internships.
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