AAR Individual Research Grants
The AAR Individual Research Grants from the American Academy of Religion fund original research projects in religious studies, supporting fieldwork and archival travel to advance the academic study of religion.
Funder: American Academy of Religion
Due Dates: September 21, 2026: Submission Deadline
Funding Amounts: $500–$5,000 per award; use funds within the calendar year of the award.
Summary: Supports scholars in religious studies by funding fieldwork, archival travel, or other essential research expenses.
Key Information: Applicants must be current AAR members with a doctorate and not have received an AAR research grant in the past five years.
Description
The American Academy of Religion (AAR) Individual Research Grants program provides funding for scholars conducting research in religious studies. The grants are intended to support focused research projects, including fieldwork or travel to archives and libraries, that advance scholarship in the field and foster interdisciplinary dialogue. The program emphasizes clarity of purpose and the significance of the proposed research for advancing the understanding of religion.
