Newberry Long-Term Fellowship for Scholarly Research 2026-27

The Newberry Long-Term Fellowship supports individual scholarly research and promotes intellectual exchange through active participation in the Newberry’s programs, including Fellows’ Seminars and Weekly Colloquia.

Fellowships are residential, lasting 4–9 months, and include a $5,000 monthly stipend. Awardees may combine the fellowship with sabbatical funding or other stipendiary support.

Applicants must hold a PhD or terminal degree by the application deadline (21 November 2025).

Summary

1. Application Deadline: 21 November 2025
2. Value: $5,000 per month
3. Study Level: Postdoctoral / PhD holders
4. Sponsor: The Newberry Library
5. Course to study: Scholarly research in humanities or related fields
6. Eligible Country: United States

Eligibility Criteria for Newberry Long-Term Fellowship for Scholarly Research 2026-27

1. Must hold a PhD or terminal degree by 21 November 2025
2. Conduct original scholarly research
3. Able to participate in Newberry’s academic programs
4. May not hold fellowships concurrently that exceed $10,000 per month
5. Optional: Apply for HAB add-on or NCAIS fellowship if relevant

Benefits of Newberry Long-Term Fellowship for Scholarly Research 2026-27

1. $5,000 per month stipend
2. Residential fellowship at the Newberry Library
3. 4–9 months of immersive research experience
4. Participation in Fellows’ Seminars and Weekly Colloquia
5. Opportunity to combine with other sabbatical or stipendiary support
6. Optional one-month add-on at Herzog August Bibliothek, Germany

How to Apply

Complete the online fellowship application via the Newberry portal.

Provide required materials:

1. Personal and professional information
2. Project title, abstract, and description (1500-word PDF/Word)
3. Materials to consult at the Newberry
4. Selective bibliography of secondary sources
5. Curriculum vitae (5 pages max)
6. References (up to 3)

Indicate if applying for HAB add-on or NCAIS fellowship, if applicable.

For more Information, visit Newberry Library Scholarship Webpage

Application Deadline

November 15, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Newberry Long-Term Fellowship for Scholarly Research 2026-27