Are you an artist, scholar, or thinker seeking time, space, and freedom to advance your research or creative work? Do you dream of a residency in a serene, contemplative environment where you can focus on your project while connecting with like-minded individuals from around the globe? The Camargo Fellowship may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located on the Mediterranean coast in Cassis, France, the Camargo Foundation has offered residencies since 1971, supporting over 1,500 individuals in the arts and humanities. The fellowship fosters creativity, research, and interdisciplinary exploration by providing a supportive environment for innovation and collaboration.

The Camargo Foundation welcomes applicants worldwide each year, inviting them to explore and experiment within their fields. Whether you are a scholar focusing on French or Mediterranean cultures, an artist developing new work, or a professional thinker contributing to society, this residency offers a unique opportunity to grow, connect, and create.

Important Details

• Application Deadline: October 1, 2025, 5:59 pm EST (23:59 CET)
• Result Announcement Dates: April 2026
• Residency Dates:
  • Fall 2026: September 8 – November 17, 2026
  • Spring 2027: February 24 – May 5, 2027
• Funding Type: Stipend (EUR 350 per week) and travel allowance
• Organizer: Camargo Foundation
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Scholars, artists, thinkers
• Focus Area/Field: Arts, Humanities, Research, French and Mediterranean studies, Interdisciplinary projects
• Number of Opportunities: 14 fellowships per year (7 artists, 7 scholars & thinkers)
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Program Language: English (basic knowledge of French is useful)
• Host Country: France

Benefits of the Camargo Core Fellowship

The following will be covered/provided:

• A stipend of EUR 350 per week for the duration of the 10-week residency.
• Basic transportation to and from Cassis (coach-class airfare for international fellows).
• Housing in fully furnished apartments at the Camargo Foundation’s campus.
• Access to workspaces and facilities, including a reference library, artist studio, and music/conference room.
• Opportunities to connect with local professionals, attend events, and participate in resident-led sessions.

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Eligibility Criteria

Applicants from all over the world and of any nationality can apply to this fellowship program. Applicants should meet the specific category requirements:

Scholars:

Scholars must connect with the Arts and Humanities working on Francophone and French cultures or cross-cultural studies involving the Mediterranean region’s cultures and influences.

To be eligible in the “Scholars” category, candidates should either hold a PhD and a record of post-doctoral scholarship or be Ph.D. candidates completing the final stages of research or writing their dissertations.

Thinkers:

Thinkers include professionals and practitioners in creative and cultural fields (such as curators, critics, urban planners, journalists, independent scholars, etcetera). We are interested in work agreed to in the theoretical arena, the arts, and society.

Artists (all disciplines):

Artists in all disciplines must be the primary creators of a new project or work and have a track record of publications, exhibitions, credits, performances, awards, or grants.

Preference goes to artists who have a fully developed, mature artistic voice.

When applying, artists should choose among the following subcategories: Visual Artists / Choreographers, Theatre Directors, Performance Artists / Writers and Playwrights / Film, Video and Digital Artists / Composers, and Sound Artists / Multidisciplinary Artists.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Application form 
• A proposal summary of 100 words
• Proposal Narrative that describes applicants’ intended focus during the residency (word limit: 1,200 words)
• The rationale for planning to work at Camargo (word limit: 300 words)
• The explanation for why residency suits them at this stage (word limit: 300 words).
• Update CV of 3 pages maximum
• Work samples for all applicants
• Two references’ contact details

Note: Please submit all applications and documents in English only.

How to Apply?

The application procedure is online, and candidates can submit their application by entering the link below:

Apply Now

Notes:

• After opening the application page, please select the category that suits you the best.
• Please note that collaborative teams can only submit one joint application. Please read all the guidelines before applying.
• You may attend an Informational Webinar for interested applicants on the above-mentioned date.

Selection Process

The Camargo Foundation has two committees: one for Scholars & Thinkers and another for Artists. Each selects its finalists independently. A cross-disciplinary committee then reviews all finalists and selects the fellowship recipients. These selections are sent to the Camargo Board of Trustees for final approval.

Applicants will be informed of the outcome by April 2026. Please refrain from seeking updates on your application. Notifications will be sent via Submittable, and applicants are advised to check their spam folders.

Selection Committees

The selection panels consist of international experts, including former Fellows, scholars, writers, artists, and curators. The Executive Director oversees the process as a non-voting member. Panel members serve for up to three years, with new members rotating in annually. The committee composition is available on the Foundation’s website.

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

• The quality of the proposal
• The applicant’s professional achievements
• Alignment with the Camargo Foundation’s mission of transdisciplinary exchange
• The relevance of the residency at the applicant’s career stage

Commitment to Diversity

The Camargo Foundation promotes equity and diversity in all its programs and initiatives.

For more information about the Camargo Core Fellowship Program, please refer to the Camargo Foundation’s website. If you have any queries, please contact apply@camargofoundation.org.

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