Faculty Fellows Program
Cornell University's Faculty Fellows Program supports social science faculty with a semester in residence to advance high-impact, interdisciplinary research projects.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates: January 14, 2026 (2026–27 cycle) | January 13, 2027 (2027–28 cycle, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $8,500 research funds per fellow; $10,000 teaching offset to department/college; $500/year reporting stipend for 3 years post-fellowship
Summary: Supports Cornell social science faculty with a semester in residence for high-impact, interdisciplinary research, including teaching release and research funding.
Key Information: Nomination by Dean’s office required; only PI-eligible Cornell faculty may apply.
Description
The Faculty Fellows Program at Cornell University's Center for Social Sciences (CCSS) is a year-long fellowship designed to nurture the careers of the university’s most promising social science faculty. Fellows receive dedicated time and resources—including a semester in residence at CCSS with release from teaching and administrative duties—to pursue ambitious, high-impact research projects. The program fosters interdisciplinary exchange and professional development through regular meetings and collaborative opportunities, aiming to advance innovative scholarship within Cornell’s vibrant academic community.
