Kellogg Institute Visiting Fellowships at the University of Notre Dame 2026-2027
- Omran Aburayya
- Aug 19
- 3 min read
If you are a scholar specializing in global democracy and seeking a platform to advance your research, the Kellogg Institute Visiting Fellowships at the University of Notre Dame for the 2026–2027 academic year present an exceptional opportunity. These highly competitive fellowships offer scholars time to pursue scholarly inquiry, advance personal research, and collaborate with leading scholars and practitioners from across the U.S. and around the globe. Read on for details.
🎓 Fellowship Summary
Location: University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA
Host Institution: Kellogg Institute for International Studies
Level: Postdoctoral and Faculty Research
Target Group: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professors conducting international research on themes related to global democracy
Fields of Research: Global democracy, human development, and related disciplines
Value & Coverage:
Stipend:
Assistant Professor: $80,000/year
Associate Professor: $90,000/year
Full Professor: $100,000/year
Duration: One semester (Fall or Spring) or a full academic year (August to May)
Round-trip travel expenses
Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Housing: Option to lease a furnished on-campus apartment (subject to availability)
Application Deadline: October 1, 2025
Start Date: August 2026
Eligible To: International scholars holding a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline
📚 Fellowship Overview
The Kellogg Institute Visiting Fellowships are awarded through a highly selective competition, offering junior and senior scholars time to pursue scholarly inquiry, advance personal research, and collaborate with leading scholars and practitioners from across the U.S. and around the globe. Faculty visiting fellows pursue research related to the Kellogg Institute's theme of global democracy and share their research with the Notre Dame scholarly community.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Competitive Stipend: Fellows receive a stipend commensurate with their academic rank, supporting their research and living expenses during their tenure.
Travel and Housing Support: Round-trip travel expenses are covered, and fellows have the option to lease a furnished on-campus apartment, subject to availability.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance is provided, ensuring fellows' well-being during their stay.
Collaborative Environment: Fellows engage with a vibrant community of scholars, participating in seminars, lectures, and discussions that enrich their research experience.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications: Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline.
Research Focus: Proposed research should align with the Kellogg Institute's theme of global democracy.
Professional Status: Open to assistant, associate, or full professors conducting international research on themes related to global democracy.
English Proficiency: Advanced English language proficiency is required.
Visa Requirements: Foreign nationals must have a valid passport and obtain a J-1 Visa.
📝 Application Procedure
Prepare Required Documents:
Cover letter addressing your interest in the fellowship and specifying your preferred term of stay
Curriculum vitae
Research project statement (6–10 double-spaced pages)
Project abstract (150 words max)
Short bio (200–300 words)
Three confidential letters of recommendation (to be submitted via the Interfolio system)
Submit Application:
Applications must be submitted through the online system in Interfolio. Create an account and upload all required documents.
Application Deadline:
The application period opens on August 1, 2025, and closes on October 1, 2025.
Notification:
Applicants will be notified of the selection results in the following months.
💡 Additional Information
Residency Requirement: Faculty visiting fellows are expected to be in residence during their tenure at Kellogg. Absences of more than a few days are discouraged and require the Director’s permission.
Presentation: Fellows are expected to give at least one presentation of their current research.
Participation: Fellows should attend and participate in the weekly seminar and lecture series and most Kellogg events.
Publication: Fellows are expected to publish the results of research undertaken and/or completed during their stay, acknowledging Kellogg Institute support.
For more information: contact Lupe Ramírez, Senior Program Manager of Visiting Fellowships and Graduate Student Affairs, at gramirez@nd.edu.
