Professorships & Faculty Fellowships
UW–Madison’s Professorships & Faculty Fellowships program supports faculty research, teaching, and creative work through awards and fellowships across career stages and disciplines.
Funder: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Vilas Associates, Artists’ Residencies - Nov cycle) | February 2027 (Kellett Mid-Career Award) | April 2027 (Artists’ Residencies - Apr cycle) | June 2027 (Salary Supplementation for Fellowships)
Funding Amounts: Awards vary by program; e.g., Kellett Award is $75,000 over 5 years, Vilas Associates includes up to two-ninths summer salary plus $12,500/year for 2 years, and salary supplementation matches lost salary up to 9-month base.
Summary: Distinguished professorships, fellowships, and awards supporting and recognizing outstanding UW–Madison faculty in research, teaching, and creative work.
Key Information: Multiple award types, each with unique eligibility and application requirements; departmental nomination often required.
Description
The Professorships & Faculty Fellowships program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison provides a suite of prestigious awards, fellowships, and professorships designed to recognize and advance the careers of outstanding faculty. These opportunities support research, teaching, and creative activities, helping faculty members achieve professional growth while contributing to the university’s mission of innovation and leadership in higher education. Awards span a variety of career stages and disciplines, with specific programs for early-career, mid-career, and established faculty, as well as targeted support for artists and those receiving external fellowships.
