Amount: Varies (up to $4,000/month for short-term; specific stipends for long-term)
Deadline: October 16 (long-term), January 15 (short-term) (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate, postdoc, professional
Renewable: No
About
The Newberry Library offers a wide range of fellowships for scholars who wish to use its extensive collections in the humanities. These fellowships support both short-term and long-term research visits.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: any
- GPA: N/A
- Must be a scholar with a PhD or advanced PhD candidate
- Research must utilize the Newberry's collections
Required Materials
- Online application
- Research proposal
- CV
- Letters of Recommendation
Timeline
Long-term deadline October 16. Short-term deadline January 15. Notifications vary.
Tips
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Newberry's holdings relevant to your project. Clearly articulate the scholarly contribution and feasibility of your research plan.