Newberry Long-Term Fellowships
Applications for the 2027-28 Long-Term Fellowship program are now open
Deadline: November 20, 2026
About the Program
Newberry Library Long-Term Fellows are PhD-holding scholars at any stage of their career, from early career researchers to senior scholars. They spend four to nine months at the Newberry during the academic year working on a large-scale project, such as a book manuscript, with direct relation to the Newberry collections. Projects can be in any field, with a focus on the humanities and related disciplines.
The annual cohort of approximately ten Long-Term Fellows is at the heart of the Newberry's scholarly community. As well as working on their projects, fellows have the opportunity to share their work to the public during the weekly Colloquium program, to give and receive feedback on works-in-progress in a seminar setting, and to take part in the activities of the Newberry Research Centers.
Fellowship Details
Eligibility
Long-Term Fellowships are open to scholars in any field, regardless of faculty rank or position. Applicants must have received their PhD at the time of submitting their application.
For more information on eligibility, see our Frequently Asked Questions.
Funding
Long-Term Fellows receive $5,000 per month for a period of 4 to 9 months. This stipend supports housing, travel, and other costs associated with living in Chicago. The Newberry does not provide housing for fellows.
Terms
Fellows must be in continuous residence at the Newberry for their entire fellowship period and may not hold other fellowships during their residency. The fellowship period occurs during the academic year. 9-month fellowships must begin in September; 4- or 5-month fellowships may begin in September or January. All fellows are expected to take part in the Newberry Colloquium and Fellows' Seminar programs.
How To Apply
Applications are submitted via SlideRoom. To learn more about the application process, see How To Apply for a Fellowship
