Fellowships
Explore postgraduate fellowship opportunities that support students with strong academic achievement and professional potential.
Fellowship Opportunities
Harvey Fellows Program, Christian College Coalition
The Harvey Fellows Program provides financial support to Christian graduate students who want to make a positive impact through their careers. Applicants must pursue graduate study at leading institutions in the United States or abroad.
Each Harvey Fellow receives a $16,000 annual stipend. The award can be used at an approved graduate program, subject to approval by the selection committee.
James Madison Fellowships
James Madison Fellowships support students and educators pursuing master's degrees in American history, government, political science or related education fields. The program prepares fellows to teach American history, government or civics in grades 7–12.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have a bachelor's degree or expect to earn one by August 31 of the application year. Those pursuing a second master's degree must meet additional requirements.
Fellowships provide up to $24,000, with a maximum of $12,000 per academic year. Funding covers eligible education expenses, including tuition, required fees and books. Room and board may also qualify under certain conditions.
Lilly Graduate Fellows Program
The Lilly Graduate Fellows Program supports outstanding graduates of participating colleges who plan to become professors at church-related colleges and universities.
Applicants must pursue a PhD, MFA, ThD or similar degree in the humanities or arts. They should also have an interest in exploring the relationship between Christianity and higher education.
The program provides mentoring, professional development and financial support during graduate study.
Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowships
Phi Kappa Phi Fellowships support members entering their first year of graduate or professional study. Each participating chapter may nominate one candidate for the national competition.
Applicants must be active Phi Kappa Phi members or meet the program's membership requirements. They must also plan to enroll full time in an eligible graduate or professional program. Limits on previous graduate coursework apply.
The program offers fellowships at several award levels. Students should review the current award amounts, eligibility rules and application deadlines before applying.
NSEP Boren Fellowships
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships help U.S. students study languages and cultures important to national security. The programs focus on regions and languages that receive less attention in traditional study abroad programs.
Boren Scholarships support undergraduate students studying abroad. Boren Fellowships support graduate students who develop language and cultural study projects overseas.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet the requirements for their chosen award. Funding varies by program and length of study.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program supports outstanding students pursuing research-based graduate degrees in eligible science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.
The fellowship provides three years of financial support over a five-year period. Each funded year includes a $37,000 student stipend and a $16,000 education allowance paid to the university.
The program helps students pursue advanced research and prepare for careers in science and engineering.
