Professorships & Faculty Fellowships
UW–Madison's Professorships & Faculty Fellowships program supports faculty research, creative work, and professional development through competitive internal awards and funding.
Funder: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Vilas Associates Competition) | February 2027 (Kellett Mid-Career Award) | June 2027 (Salary Supplementation for Fellowships) | November 2026 (Support for Artists’ Residencies) | April 2027 (Support for Artists’ Residencies)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $10,000–$75,000 or research salary support; duration and amount vary by program.
Summary: Multiple awards and fellowships honoring and supporting UW–Madison faculty for research, creative work, and professional development.
Key Information: Programs are highly competitive and eligibility varies by award; see individual program links for details.
Description
The Professorships & Faculty Fellowships program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison offers a suite of prestigious internal awards to recognize and support outstanding faculty members. Opportunities include the Vilas Associates Competition, Kellett Mid-Career Award, WARF Named Professorships, Steenbock Professorships, Support for Artists’ Residencies, and salary supplementation for prestigious external fellowships. These awards are designed to advance scholarly research, creative endeavors, and professional growth, while enhancing the university’s intellectual community.
