Michigan Society of Fellows 2027-2030 Postdoctoral Fellowships
The Michigan Society of Fellows invites applications for its 2027-2030 cohort. This prestigious program spans humanities, arts, sciences, and professional fields. Recent PhD graduates gain both research and teaching experience here. Fellows hold dual roles at the University of Michigan simultaneously. They serve as Assistant Professors and Society of Fellows scholars together. The three-year appointment offers substantial financial and intellectual support.
Program Snapshot
- Host Institution: University of Michigan, Society of Fellows
- Duration: Three years, dual academic appointment
- Application Opens: August 1, 2026, 12:01 AM EDT
- Application Deadline: September 14, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
- Eligible PhD Completion: June 2024 through August 2027
Focus Areas
- Humanities, arts, and sciences broadly
- Social, environmental, and technical challenges
- Interdisciplinary research and teaching
- New Arts Initiative fellowship, launching this cycle
About the Program
This fellowship values scholarship engaging pressing societal challenges directly. Applicants should demonstrate how their work addresses environmental or technical issues. The Society particularly values interdisciplinary thinking and clear public communication skills. This cycle also introduces a dedicated Arts Initiative fellowship position. That new track follows identical requirements, benefits, and application procedures throughout. A complete list of eligible departments becomes available each August 1st.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must complete their PhD between June 2024 and August 2027. These dates remain strictly enforced without exception for any candidate. Scholars from all countries worldwide are welcome to apply. However, University of Michigan graduates cannot apply within their own field. Previous unsuccessful applicants may reapply with a completely new submission. Arts Initiative applicants need an MFA or comparable terminal degree instead.
Required Materials
Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae and department preference. A concise research proposal, capped at three pages, is required. Additionally, a writing sample demonstrates scholarly capability and communication style. Published work should not exceed twenty single-spaced pages total.
How to Apply
Complete your application through the Society’s official online portal.
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Conclusion
This fellowship remains one of the most prestigious postdoctoral opportunities in the country, combining genuine teaching experience with dedicated research support at a major research university. Its openness to scholars from any country, alongside this cycle’s new Arts Initiative track, broadens access considerably. Given the strict PhD-date eligibility window, prospective applicants should confirm their qualification dates carefully before the September 14, 2026 deadline.
