You may log out and return to your in-progress application as many times as you wish until it has been submitted. In order to be considered, your online application must be complete and submitted online by September 29, 2023, 5 p.m. EDT.
A. How to enter information
1. You may begin the application in any section. To begin, select a section of the application from the menu on the left or click "CONTINUE" at the bottom of this screen.
2. The information you provide will be seen by our reviewers and saved to the database exactly as entered. Fill out the form carefully, paying attention to spelling, case (do not use all caps), punctuation, and so on, and give special consideration when entering your contact information. Make sure the email address you provide will be accurate in March 2024, when we send out notifications.
3. Where text boxes permit only a limited amount of text, the number of available characters will be indicated.
4. Begin typing all answers at the extreme left side of the response area or box; do not leave a space or indent at the beginning of your answer.
B. How to SAVE and SUBMIT
1. You must SAVE each time you leave a screen. If you do not click "SAVE," anything entered since you last clicked "SAVE" on that screen will be lost (any work from a previous session will be retained). The "SAVE" button is at the bottom of your screen.
2. Do not use your browser's "Back" or "Forward" buttons for navigation. Instead, use the navigation links provided along the left side of the screen or the arrows located at the top of each screen in the application.
3. You may work on your application over as many sessions as you wish, and the status of your application will remain IN PROGRESS until you click the "SUBMIT" button.
4. When you have completed your application, we strongly suggest that you print and read it before submitting, to be sure there are no further revisions you wish to make.
5. You are able to upload files to submit your research proposal, curriculum vitae, writing sample (for creative writers) and sample of work (for visual artists). Files will be accepted only in PDF and Word formats. The maximum file size for each document is 3MB. If you upload a file in error and wish to correct it, simply upload a corrected version; the new file will replace the one previously uploaded.
6. Once you are satisfied that your application is complete, you must go to the "Submit Application" tab and select "SUBMIT APPLICATION." You will then receive an email confirming your submission. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours, contact us right away at csw@onlineapplicationportal.com.
7. Your application status must appear as "SUBMITTED" by September 29, 2023, 5 p.m. EDT in order for your application to be considered. Information on your application status may be found on the Application Portal Home page.
8. Note that while the status "SUBMITTED" confirms our receipt of your materials, it does not confirm receipt of the letters your recommenders must submit. All letters of recommendation are likewise due by September 29, 2023, 5 p.m. EDT. To check the status of your letters, click the "Letters of Recommendation" tab on the left side of your screen. It is your responsibility to make sure your recommenders have submitted their letters on time and to remind them if they have not. The Cullman Center does not accept dossier letters.
9. If you have any questions or issues about the application or submission process, contact csw@onlineapplicationportal.com.
C. Questions
Before starting your application, carefully review the program eligibility and guidelines and FAQs. If you have questions not answered there, click the "HELP" link that appears at the top of any screen to submit your query.