Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program. Through the Conservation Guest Scholars Program, Getty provides opportunities for established scholars or professionals who have attained distinction in the cultural heritage conservation field.
Recipients are in residence at the Conservation Institute for a three-month residency, in which they pursue their own projects free from work-related obligations, make use of research collections at the Getty Center and Getty Villa, and participate with other Getty scholars, fellows, and interns in the intellectual life of Getty.
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Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program
Aim and Benefits of Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program
- 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.
Requirements for Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program Qualification
- Applications are welcome from researchers and practitioners of all nationalities working in conservation, historic preservation, heritage science, and related fields.
- Applicants should have at least seven years of professional experience and should have an established record of publications and other contributions to the field. Individuals from groups underrepresented across the field of cultural heritage conservation are encouraged to apply.
- Proposals for postdoctoral research or research that contributes to a PhD or other academic degree will not be considered.
- Recent PhDs in chemistry and other physical or material sciences should apply to the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science.
Application Deadline
October 1, 2025How to Apply
For more details, visit Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program webpage
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