The NXTHVN Fellowship Program catalyzes art careers and long-term creative connections through mentorship, professional development, and hands-on training.

Each year NXTHVN welcomes up to seven artists and two curators to participate in its paid 10-month intensive Fellowship Program. Fellows receive studio or office space, a stipend, and subsidized housing. Selected from an international pool of applicants, Fellows relocate to New Haven to participate in NXTHVN’s mentorship-driven curriculum which includes professional development sessions led by visiting artists, curators, scholars, and practitioners. Selected Fellows are also matched with a high school apprentice, for focused one-on-one mutual learning, which gives the next local generation a chance to grow and excel in creative fields. The Fellowship year culminates with an annual group show at a prominent gallery space.

NXTHVN’s 10-month Fellowships provide:
• Curatorial Fellows receive a $45,000 stipend disbursed quarterly throughout the fellowship year.
• Studio Fellows receive a $35,000 stipend disbursed quarterly throughout the fellowship year.
• Optional, subsidized housing in the Dixwell Neighborhood of New Haven
• Dedicated work and/or studio space with 24-hour access
• Monthly professional development sessions
• Access to NXTHVN’s professional network of field experts and guest speakers
• Culminating exhibitions for Curatorial Fellows and Studio Fellows
• An annual publication featuring writing and work by the Fellows and Apprentices
• Opportunity to design and participate in artist-led projects and public programming
• Vocabulary and skills for navigating the art market

Requirements Include:
• Completing the entire 10-month residency program
• Attending all professional development and advising sessions
• Relocating to New Haven
• Authoring, creating, and completing most works onsite at NXTHVN
• Spending 13 hours per month mentoring a High School Apprentice
• Proof of Covid vaccination is required. NXTHVN reserves the right to require additional Covid vaccines and safety protocols during the fellowship.