The Edward Guiliano Global Fellowships from the Modern Language Association fund PhD students in language and literature for travel-based research or experiential learning to advance innovative humanities scholarship.
Funder: Modern Language Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 per award; ~15 awards annually; 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports PhD students in language and literature fields seeking transformative research or experiential learning opportunities involving significant travel.
Key Information: Applicants must be MLA members and enrolled in a PhD program in the US or Canada.
The Edward Guiliano Global Fellowships, administered by the Modern Language Association (MLA), are designed to enable PhD students in languages, literatures, and related fields to pursue transformative research and learning experiences that require travel beyond their immediate academic or home environments. The fellowship supports projects such as research toward publication, dissertation-related fieldwork, or immersive experiential learning that may lead to non-academic career pathways. The aim is to broaden emerging scholars' horizons and foster innovative contributions to the humanities.