Franco Institute Fellowships & Grants
The Franco Institute Fellowships & Grants at the University of Notre Dame support Arts & Letters faculty research, creative projects, residencies, and scholarly collaborations.
Funder: University of Notre Dame
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 | March 1, 2027 | April 1, 2027 | May 31, 2027 (rolling deadlines)
Funding Amounts: $3,500–$25,000 (most grants); select programs up to $25,000/year for two years; small grants up to $4,000; micro-residencies up to $10,000; event and publication support variable.
Summary: Internal grants for Notre Dame faculty in Arts & Letters to support research, creative projects, conferences, residencies, training, and publication.
Key Information: Most programs restricted to regular or tenure-line faculty in Arts & Letters; see specific grant guidelines for eligibility and limits.
Description
The Franco Institute Fellowships & Grants program at the University of Notre Dame offers a comprehensive suite of internal funding opportunities for faculty in the College of Arts & Letters. The portfolio includes support for research, creative and performing arts, international residencies, conferences, collaborative initiatives, professional development, and publication costs. These grants aim to foster innovation, interdisciplinary engagement, and increased public impact of faculty scholarship and creative work.
