Sabbatical Salary Grant
Williams College's Sabbatical Salary Grant supplements faculty salaries during sabbaticals to enable uninterrupted research when external funding is not available.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (submit by December 15, 2026 for sabbaticals in 2027–2028)
Funding Amounts: Covers up to 100% of base institutional salary by supplementing the standard 75% sabbatical salary; amount is the lesser of 1/4 salary or the gap to full base salary after external funds.
Summary: Provides salary supplementation for tenured faculty on paid sabbatical leave when external funding is unavailable, ensuring full base salary.
Key Information: Application is supplemental—faculty are expected to seek external funding first.
Description
The Sabbatical Salary Grant at Williams College supports tenured faculty during paid sabbatical leaves by supplementing the standard 75% sabbatical salary when external salary funding is not secured. This grant ensures that eligible faculty can maintain their full base institutional salary while pursuing professional development and active scholarship. The program reflects Williams College’s commitment to advancing faculty research and scholarship, while encouraging active engagement in external grant-seeking.
