Louisville Institute - Doctoral Fellowship for Christians Exploring Careers in Theological Education

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DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

Award amountUS$3,000 each year for two years

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship Application Guide

Application guide for the Louisville Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship, detailing eligibility, requirements, deadlines, and award amounts for theological educators.

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Deadline

October 1, 2026

Award amount

US$75,000 in annual funding for two years

Eligibility

Scholars based in the United States or Canada; Must complete Ph.D./Th.D. by June 30, 2027; Demonstrate appreciation for the Christian church and commitment to theological education; Come from diverse fields (history, theology, social sciences, etc.); May not hold two Lilly Endowment-funded grants totaling over US$55,000

Requirements

Application materials must be submitted online; Recommendation letters due October 8, 2026; Applicants must create an online profile; Provide contact information for recommenders

Application materials

Online application form; Recommendation letters

How to apply

Apply online via the Louisville-Institute.org application portal; Select 'Postdoctoral Fellowship' to begin; Submit application by October 1, 2026; Recommenders submit letters by October 8, 2026

Important dates

Application Deadline: October 1, 2026; Recommendation Letters Due: October 8, 2026; Awards Announced: Spring 2027; Fellowship Timeframe: Fall 2027 – Spring 2029

Contact

fellowships@louisville-institute.org

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