Purpose
The purpose of the John and Elizabeth Phillips Dissertation Year Fellowship is to provide doctoral students who are in the last year of their dissertations and who might not otherwise consider careers in a residential secondary school the opportunity to gain experience of such a community while working on their dissertations. This opportunity is for rising scholars and teachers who are historically underrepresented in independent secondary schools. This year, priority consideration will be given to scholars who are researching topics related to race, identity, and culture.
Fellows in the 2023-24 school year receive a stipend of $23,500. Additionally, Fellows will receive a stipend to cover tuition fees and health insurance at their institution, not to exceed $3,000. The scholar is asked to provide two online seminars per term for Academy students. The scholar may also make themselves available to student organizations related to their fields of study.