Application guide for the Louisville Institute Doctoral Fellowship, detailing eligibility, deadlines, award amounts, and how to apply for the 2027 program.
First or second-year Ph.D., Th.D., or pontifical S.T.D. students; Enrolled at an accredited graduate school in the US or Canada; Reside in the US or Canada (citizens or international students with appropriate visa); At least two years remaining in program; Passionate about theological education and the future of the Christian church
Requirements
Individuals may only apply for one LI grant or fellowship between June 1, 2026, and May 31, 2027.; Previous grants from Louisville Institute must be completed with final reports submitted.; Not a staff, faculty, or student of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary or their immediate family.; Not a member of the Louisville Institute Advisory Board or their immediate family.; Cannot simultaneously hold two Lilly Endowment-funded grants totaling over US$55,000.
Application materials
General information about dissertation program and progress; Application essay (max 1500 words); Recommendation letters
How to apply
Apply online through the application portal on Louisville-Institute.org.; Submit applications by 11:59 pm ET on March 1, 2027.; Recommendation letters are due by March 8, 2027.
Important dates
Application Due Date: March 1, 2027; Recommendation Letters Due: March 8, 2027; Awards Announced: Spring 2027; Fellowship Timeframe: Fall 2027 – Spring 2029; VTE Gatherings: October 2027; Feb, May, Oct 2028; Feb, May 2029
Contact
fellowships@louisville-institute.org
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