OpenFieldMichigan Society of Fellows Postdoctoral Fellowship
One of the most prestigious postdoctoral fellowships in the United States, granting 3-year independent research appointments and faculty affiliation across UMich departments.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Doctorate completed within 3 years in any field of the arts, sciences, or humanities
- English language proficiency
- Native or fluent English
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable
- Thesis / Research statement
- Comprehensive CV, 20-page writing sample, and 4-page interdisciplinary research proposal
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation from international leaders
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- $75,000 USD annual salary + $7,500 USD annual research fund for 3 years
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Salaried postdoctoral appointment
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Michigan documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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