Guide for the Louisville Institute Doctoral Fellowship, detailing eligibility, application process, and award information for Ph.D. and Th.D. students.
First or second-year Ph.D., Th.D., or pontifical S.T.D. students in US or Canada.; Must reside in the US or Canada.; Must have at least two years remaining in program.; Passionate about theological education and the future of the Christian church.; Cannot hold two Lilly Endowment-funded grants totaling over US$55,000.
Requirements
Application essay (max 1500 words) on theological education, doctoral degree, vocational trajectory, and fellowship interest.; General information about doctoral program and progress.; Other graduate degrees completed.; Keyword tags (3-5 words) for dissertation research.; Anticipated dates for coursework, exams, and dissertation proposal approval.
Application materials
Application essay; Doctoral program information; Other graduate degrees; Dissertation research keywords; Anticipated program completion dates
How to apply
Apply online via the Louisville Institute application portal.; Submit application by March 1, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.; Recommendation letters due March 8, 2026.; Create an online profile and select 'Doctoral Fellowship'.
Important dates
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026; Recommendation Letters Due: March 8, 2026; Awards Announced: May 2026; Fellowship Funds Dispersed: September 2026; VTE Gatherings: Oct 2026, Jan/May/Oct 2027, Jan/May 2028
