[American Political Science Association](https://www.apsanet.org)

June 15, 2026 (Full application deadline, 2026 cycle closes)

Most grants are $500; up to $1,000 in exceptional cases; institutional proposals require 1:1 matching.

Supports students, scholars, and faculty engaged in political science research and teaching related to Latina/o politics.

--- ## Description The Fund for Latino Scholarship, administered by the American Political Science Association (APSA), aims to encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and promotion of political science students and scholars who study and research Latina/o politics. The fund provides financial assistance and professional opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as scholars and faculty—especially those in contingent, junior-level, or tenure-track positions—whose primary academic focus is Latina/o politics. Grants may also support research projects, teaching, publishing activities, and institutional efforts to enhance student recruitment and retention in this field. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: Full application deadline (2026 application cycle closes) --- ## Funding Amount - Typical individual awards are $500 (travel or research). - Exceptional cases may be awarded up to $1,000. - Institutional proposals must include certification of matching funds equal to the maximum $1,000 grant. - Awards support travel (including to APSA Annual Meeting), research, attendance at scholarly conferences, or participation in APSA Centennial Center programs. --- ## Eligibility - Open to undergraduate and graduate students studying Latina/o politics in political science. - Political science faculty (contingent, junior-level, tenure-track, or other positions) whose main academic focus is Latina/o politics. - Institutional proposals for recruitment and retention of Latina/o politics students and scholars (must provide matching funds). - All individuals conducting research on Latina/o politics are eligible. - Participation is open to all interested individuals regardless of protected characteristics; applicants must meet program-specific criteria. --- ## Application Process - Create an [APSA profile](https://apsanet.org/Registration). - Submit an [online application](https://apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/268/home) through the APSA portal. - Prepare a two-page application form summarizing relevant research or activities. - Institutional applicants must include certification of matching financial support. - All materials must be submitted online for review by the selection committee. - Grantees must submit a follow-up report by October 1 (individual awards) or one year after the award date (institutional awards). --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to travel assistance for young scholars and institutional recruitment/retention proposals. - Grants frequently support attendance at the APSA Annual Meeting and can also be used for field research or other conferences. - Previous experience with similar projects is advantageous but not required for institutional applicants. --- ## External Links - [Program page](https://apsanet.org/diversity/fund-for-latino-scholarship/) - [Guidelines for Grants](https://apsanet.org/diversity/fund-for-latino-scholarship/guidelines-for-grants/) - [Online application portal](https://apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/268/home) - [Current FLS Recipients](https://apsanet.org/diversity/fund-for-latino-scholarship/current-fls-recipients/) - [Past FLS Recipients](https://apsanet.org/diversity/fund-for-latino-scholarship/past-fls-recipients/) - [APSA Diversity & Inclusion Programs](https://apsanet.org/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion-programs/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------| | APSA Diversity & Inclusion Team | [diversityprograms@apsanet.org](mailto:diversityprograms@apsanet.org) | +1 202-483-2512 | | Latino Fund Contact | [latinofund@apsanet.org](mailto:latinofund@apsanet.org) | | | APSA General Contact | [apsa@apsanet.org](mailto:apsa@apsanet.org) | | ---

The Fund For Latino Scholarship

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