Fellowship Grants

FAA College-Sponsored Funding 2025–2026

Posted on: 26 Nov, 2025 Deadline: 11 Mar, 2026

The College-Sponsored Funding Grants offered by the College of Fine and Applied Arts at the University of Illinois support research, creative work, project completion, and professional development for faculty in the Fine and Applied Arts disciplines. Awards include Project Completion Grants of up to $5,000 and Professional Development Funds of up to $750 to support performances, exhibitions, publications, and presentations.

Summary

Application Deadline: March 11, 2026
Value: Up to $5,000 (Project Completion Grant) / Up to $750 (Professional Development Fund)
Category: Grant
Sponsor: University of Illinois, College of Fine & Applied Arts
Course to Study: Advanced creative projects, research, performances, exhibitions, publications
Eligible Country: United States

Eligibility Criteria for FAA College-Sponsored Funding 2025–2026

Faculty (specialized or tenure track) with .5 FTE or higher within the College of Fine and Applied Arts

Selection Criteria

Funding may be requested to support opportunities secured for presentation or dissemination of work related to teaching, research, or creative work. This may include travel and expenses related to exhibitions, conference presentations, performances, or publications.

Benefits of FAA College-Sponsored Funding 2025–2026

• Up to $5,000 for project completion

• Up to $750 professional development funds

• Covers costs such as travel, equipment rental, shipping, recording, exhibition and performance expenses

• Supports presentation and dissemination of artistic research

How to Apply

Download or complete the online application form
Prepare project details, including proof of opportunity (exhibition, publication, performance etc.)
Submit before the deadline

For more Information, visit University of Illinois Scholarship Webpage

Application Deadline

March 11, 2026

Application Link(s)

Apply for FAA College-Sponsored Funding 2025–2026

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