2027-29 Kenyon Review Fellowship
The Kenyon Review invites applications for a two-year residential post-graduate fellowship in creative writing beginning in August 2027. During these two years, fellows will undertake a significant writing project and teach one course per semester in the Kenyon College English Department, contingent upon departmental needs. Fellows will also assist with creative and editorial projects for The Kenyon Review. Fellows are required to live in the local community and are expected to participate in the cultural life of Kenyon College. Fellows to hold no other teaching, graduate study or fellowship obligations.
Qualifications include an MFA in creative writing, or a PhD in creative writing, English literature, or comparative literature. The degree must be completed between January 1, 2021 and September 15, 2026. Qualified candidates will also have teaching experience in creative writing and/or literature at the undergraduate level. A history of publication in literary journals is expected.
The Kenyon Review will provide an annual $50,000 stipend, plus health benefits. KR Fellows receive complimentary AWP Membership, registration fees, and travel reimbursement to represent The Kenyon Review at the 2028 and 2029 AWP Conference and Bookfair. Fellows are eligible to apply for travel and research grants through Kenyon College's Department of English and Creative Writing. Fellows’ professional development is further supported by $1500 funding per year.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a one-page cover letter; 2) an 8-10 page writing sample; 3) a one-page course proposal for an undergraduate introductory-level multi-genre creative writing class; 4) a Curriculum Vitae; 5) an unofficial transcript; and 6) three (3) letters of recommendation, one of which must directly address the applicant's teaching ability. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website.
Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications must be received by September 30, 2026 to guarantee full consideration.
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Compensation and Benefits
Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 90% tuition waivers at nineteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.
We also offer health, dental and vision insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Staff Handbook.
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