Professorships & Faculty Fellowships
UW–Madison offers faculty professorships and fellowships supporting innovative research and creative work across disciplines through funding, salary supplements, and recognition.
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 (Nov. 1) | April 2027: Support for Artists’ Residencies (Apr. 1)
Funding Amounts: Varies by program: e.g., Vilas Associates up to 2/9ths summer salary plus $12,500/year for 2 years; Kellett Mid-Career Award $75,000 over up to 5 years; Salary supplementation up to total academic year salary; Artists’ Residencies: salary support for residencies of 2–4.5 months.
Summary: Recognizes and supports outstanding UW–Madison faculty across disciplines through professorships, fellowships, and targeted salary support to advance research, teaching, and creative work.
Key Information: Multiple award types with distinct eligibility and application processes; internal deadlines are annual and competitive.
Description
The University of Wisconsin–Madison offers a suite of professorships and faculty fellowships designed to honor and support distinguished faculty members, foster innovation, and sustain academic excellence. Programs include the Vilas Associates Competition, Kellett Mid-Career Award, Salary Supplementation for Fellowships, Support for Artists’ Residencies, and others. These awards provide resources such as research funds, salary supplementation, and recognition, enabling faculty to pursue high-impact research, creative endeavors, and professional development across a range of disciplines.
