The Hellman Fellowships Program at Williams College funds assistant professors' pre-tenure research projects to advance significant scholarly work.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates: December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: One-time grant of $2,000–$20,000 per award; funding available as early as July 2027
Summary: Supports assistant professors at Williams College with pre-tenure research grants for significant scholarly projects.
Key Information: Only available once per individual; salary support is not allowed.
The Hellman Fellowships Program at Williams College provides assistant professors with a unique opportunity to advance their research prior to tenure review. Established through the generosity of The Hellman Fellows Program, this internal fellowship is designed to support substantial research endeavors by offering a one-time grant. Funds may be used for essential project expenses such as travel, equipment, student assistants, and publication costs, enabling early-career faculty to pursue ambitious scholarly projects that contribute to academic distinction and the research environment at Williams.