Call for University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Program 2027–2028
The African Studies Center (ASC) at the University of Michigan, in partnership with the Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies (CMENAS), has opened applications for the UMAPS Fellowship Program. The fellowship is designed to strengthen academic collaboration between Africa and the United States while supporting outstanding research across a wide range of disciplines and schools. The programme provides early career faculty members with the opportunity to pursue independent research in an internationally recognized academic environment and engage with scholars from diverse disciplines.
The fellowship is open to early career faculty members who are based at an academic institution in an eligible African country. Fellows will spend five months in residence in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where they will benefit from access to the University of Michigan’s research facilities, interdisciplinary academic community, and international network of scholars. The programme aims to encourage innovative research projects while fostering long-term academic partnerships between African institutions and the University of Michigan.
Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support throughout their residency to facilitate the successful completion of their scholarly projects. Throughout the fellowship period, participants are expected to remain in Ann Arbor, Michigan on a full-time basis to actively engage in academic discussions, seminars, and collaborative research activities. The UMAPS program hosts two cohorts per year—August through December and January through May—with one application round for both cohort.
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Researchers seeking to advance their work while collaborating with internationally recognized scholars are encouraged to apply before the application deadline. The fellowship offers an excellent platform to strengthen research capacity, expand international partnerships, and contribute to addressing global challenges through interdisciplinary scholarship. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date on October 15. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Only applications submitted through the online system will be considered.
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United StatesBenefits
- Global Research Network: Fellows join an international community of scholars and gain access to the University of Michigan’s worldwide academic network and interdisciplinary collaborations.
- Research Facilities: Fellows receive access to university services, academic events, seminars, and conferences throughout the length of the residency.
- Mentorship Support: Selected participants match with a University of Michigan faculty member who will serve as a mentor, commit to meet regularly, and if possible, provide office space.
- Eligible Cohorts: Applicants have the opportunity to indicate their preference for a particular cohort (August–December or January–May) during the application process, though placement in a specific cohort is not guaranteed.
Eligibilities
- Applicants should:
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- Be an early career faculty member who has taught in the higher education system for fewer than ten years.
- Be presently teaching and currently employed in an ongoing position at a university or college in Africa.
- Be able to demonstrate support from a home institution with a letter of recommendation from the head of the department, dean, or vice chancellor.
- Be able to remain in residence in Ann Arbor, Michigan for five months.
- Not be a previous recipient of the UMAPS fellowship, with preference given to applicants without extensive international experience outside the continent.
Application Process
- Applicants should follow the required steps:
- Applicants are to complete their application form through the “apply link” given below.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit the project proposal and all required supporting documents.
- Upload the CV, publication list, institutional endorsement, and nomination letter (if applicable).
- Submit the complete application before the deadline.
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026 (9 Days Remaining)
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Applicants can get in touch with the organization directly via the official email address: [email protected].
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