MMUF Adjunct Faculty Fellowships
The MMUF Adjunct Faculty Fellowship provides MMUF alumni adjuncts in the humanities and social sciences with six months of mentorship and support to advance research and prepare for tenure-track jobs.
Funder: Institute for Citizens & Scholars
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend per fellow; six-month fellowship; two awards annually
Summary: Supports MMUF alumni adjunct faculty with time, mentorship, and resources to advance research and prepare for tenure-track academic careers.
Key Information: Only MMUF alumni in designated humanities/social science fields are eligible.
Description
The MMUF Adjunct Faculty Fellowships, administered by the Institute for Citizens & Scholars and funded by The Mellon Foundation, provide alumni of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) with protected time, mentorship, and financial support to advance their research and scholarship. The fellowship aims to help junior scholars—particularly those from historically underrepresented backgrounds—prepare for and secure tenure-track academic positions. Over a six-month period, fellows receive individualized guidance from a senior mentor, professional development opportunities, and access to a supportive peer network.
