National Poverty Fellows Program

Funding: Approximately $100,000/year plus health insurance (per multiple corroborating sources, including university fellowship offices), though IRP's own page does not disclose a figure. Who can apply: U.S. citizens, up to 6 years post-PhD in social or behavioral sciences, substantive background in poverty/economic inequality/social policy research. Postdoctoral only. Length: 1 year, renewable for a 2nd year (2-year cohorts, e.g. 2024-2026). Placement and mentorship within federal offices (ASPE, OPRE, or Administration for Children and Families), pairing with senior IRP research mentors and outside policy mentors, two annual residencies at IRP/UW-Madison, conference participation support. Field: Social Science.