Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship

The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship supports graduate students at any stage of their dissertation who are interested in researching contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues in an effort to dispel stereotypes and other negative information that leads to prejudice and discrimination.

The 2024 area of preference will be given to dissertation research that addresses intersectional stigmas.

One fellowship of up to $10,000 is available—successful applicants will also be eligible for a $1,000 bonus upon publication of their dissertation research.

Eligibility

APF encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds with respect to age, race, color, religion, creed, nationality, ability, sexual orientation, gender, and geography.

Applicants must be graduate students.

Application Instructions

Application Materials:

• dissertation abstract
• statement of need (evaluations for this fellowship are partially need-based)
• CV 

Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be evaluated on:

• impact and innovation
• plan for dissemination