Faculty development leave (FDL) provides an opportunity for tenured full-time faculty to arrange for a transformational experience, in which they can expand and/or deepen the impact of their scholarship. Faculty should engage with their department head and their college liaison on the university FDL Review Committee as they begin to plan for an FDL experience. Given the limited number of FDL opportunities, department and college level approvals are likely to favor those applications proposing activities most in line with their missions. For more information, review the current guidelines.
Applications and reports may be accessed, submitted, and reviewed through the FDL section of the online faculty portal.
Deadlines for FY28 (Fall 2027 - Spring 2028)
August - September, varies
Departmental and college deadlines to receive and review faculty applications. Contact your department head to confirm the deadline relevant to you.
October 1, 2026, 12 p.m.
Final deadline for applications to be received by Faculty Affairs. Late applications will not be accepted.
Associated Documents
Benefits Information
- Guide to Using Your Benefits While Traveling
- Travel Assistance Services Available Through Your Basic Life (personal and business)
- International SOS (official university business)