Funder: American Council of Learned Societies
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 (graduate-school confirmation letter, if PhD not yet conferred) | November 2026 (full application deadline via OFA, 9:00 PM EST)
Funding Amounts: Up to $70,000 stipend (prorated for shorter terms); up to $5,000 supplement for eligible scholars; up to 9 months duration.
Summary: Supports early career scholars in Buddhist Studies by providing dedicated research and writing time to produce significant scholarly work.