What are the key 2026 dates?
| January 6, 2026 | Applications open |
| March 30, 2026 | Applications close |
| By June 30, 2026 | Postdoctoral Fellowship awardee announced |
Guidelines and Instructions
Who can apply?
The 12-month fellowship is available to licensed physical therapists who are members of APTA and who have received an academic research doctoral degree on or after June 1, 2024. The recipient will be an employee at their sponsoring institution, have a mentor, and be able to devote 100% time to their training and research.
What are key highlights of the postdoctoral fellowship?
- The fellowship period is 12 months.
- The amount is $75,000.
- The Fellow will devote 100% of their time to research and training.
How are applications reviewed?
Visit our Application Review Process page for an overview of how applications are reviewed
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