Louisville Institute - Dissertation Writing Fellowship for Research in North American Christianity

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DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027

Award amountUS$35,000 for Dissertation Fellowship

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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2027 First Book Grant for Research on Minoritized Christian Communities in North America Application Guide

Application guide for the Louisville Institute's First Book Grant, detailing eligibility, requirements, and how to apply for research on minoritized Christian communities.

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Deadline

2027-01-15T23:59:00.000Z

Award amount

Up to US$55,000

Eligibility

Early career, pre-tenured religion scholars; Teaching at theological schools, colleges, or universities in US or Canada; Have faced significant adversity in professional lives; Engaged in scholarly research for first book publication; Terminal research degree (Ph.D. or Th.D.)

Requirements

Online application portal submission; Project core question (approx. 100 words); Project summary/abstract (approx. 200 words); Project snapshot (one sentence); Statement of significant adversity (approx. 100 words)

Application materials

General information about project; Project core question; Project summary/abstract; Project snapshot; Proposal keyword tags

How to apply

Create an online profile on the application portal; Begin entering application elements; Submit application by January 15, 2027; Provide contact information for recommenders; Recommendation letters due January 22, 2027

Important dates

Application Due Date: January 15, 2027; Awards Announced: April 2027; Winter Seminar: January 2028

Documents

Project Essay (approx. 1500 words); Statement of significant adversity; Budget overview (if applicable)

Contact

grants@louisville-institute.org

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