SEF Research Fellows Program 2026

The SEF Research Fellows Program supports early- to mid-career scholars committed to advancing education justice and opportunity in the South through applied research, collaboration, and support. Fellows work with SEF staff and partners to produce actionable research and have opportunities to present findings through SEF platforms and publications.

Access to SEF’s research and advocacy network; opportunities to present findings through SEF platforms and publications.

Doctoral candidates (ABD) or postdoctoral researchers; early- to mid-career researchers in academia, nonprofit, or policy organizations; applicants from HBCUs and MSIs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply via the provided Google Forms link.