Louisville Institute - Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship in Theological Schools

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DeadlineOctober 1, 2026

Award amount$55,000 (USD) for First Book Grant

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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2026 Postdoctoral Fellowship Application Guide

Application guide for the Louisville Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship in Theological Schools, detailing eligibility, application process, and fellowship benefits.

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Deadline

October 15, 2025

Award amount

US$50,000 minimum annual stipend

Eligibility

Complete Ph.D./Th.D. by June 30, 2026; Appreciation for Christian church and commitment to theological education; Diverse academic fields accepted; May require relocation; Cannot hold two Lilly Endowment grants totaling over US$55,000

Requirements

Application materials and instructions; Interest and passion for theological education; Essays connecting vocational trajectory, doctoral work, and church/theological education trends; Recommendation letters

Application materials

Online application; Essays; Transcript; Recommendation letters

How to apply

Apply online via www.louisville-institute.org; Submit application by October 15, 2025; Recommendation letters due October 22, 2025

Important dates

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025; Recommendation Letters Due: October 22, 2025; Awards Announced: Spring 2026; Fellowship Timeframe: Fall 2026 — Spring 2028

Documents

2026 Postdoctoral Fellowship Application Guide (PDF)

Contact

fellowships@louisville-institute.org

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