The Horological Society of New York (HSNY) has announced its 2026 financial aid opportunities for watchmaking students and professionals. With HSNY’s scholarship budget tripling in 2026, thanks to the generous support of the Vogt Foundation, this is the first year applications will be open globally, expanding access to financial aid for watchmaking students worldwide. The comprehensive portfolio includes 10 scholarships and awards, highlighted by the newly established Independent Watchmaker Grant, which supports practicing independent watchmakers in advancing their craft and businesses.
About the New Independent Watchmaker Grant
The HSNY Independent Watchmaker Grant supports emerging independent watchmakers by providing funding for essential tools and startup expenses. This program is designed to encourage innovation and craftsmanship at the highest level of horology. Grant recipients are selected based on criteria including originality of concept, quality of finishing, and excellence in design, with special emphasison projects that explore complications and novel mechanical movements. Through this initiative, HSNY advances its mission to support technical skill, artistic expression, and independent creativity within the watchmaking community.
Independent watchmakers who are developing original timepieces are eligible to apply for the HSNY Independent Watchmaker Grant. Awards of up to $50,000 are available.