The John F. Wilson Research Fellowship supports graduate research in church history, focusing on colonial religious life, church-state relations, and religion in contemporary America.
Funder: American Society of Church History
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 one-time award for research expenses or travel
Summary: Supports graduate student members conducting research in church history aligned with Professor John F. Wilson's interests.
Key Information: Applicants must be current ASCH graduate student members; projects should address colonial religious/intellectual life, church-state relations, or religion in contemporary America.
The John F. Wilson Research Fellowship, administered by the American Society of Church History (ASCH), is designed to support graduate student members pursuing research projects related to church history. The fellowship specifically encourages work that reflects the scholarly interests of Professor John F. Wilson, including topics such as the religious and intellectual life in the American colonies, the relationship between church and state, and the role of religion in contemporary America. The award honors Professor Wilson’s academic legacy and seeks to promote innovative scholarship within the field.