MMUF Dissertation Grant
MMUF Dissertation Grant supports Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship alumni with a year of dissertation writing support to complete their Ph.D. and prepare for the next stage of their academic careers.
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Funder: Institute for Citizens & Scholars
Due Dates: December 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 for 12 months, reduced by dissertation funding from other sources
Summary: Supports Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship alumni with a year of dissertation writing support to complete their Ph.D.
Key Information: Only MMUF alumni who are Ph.D. candidates in designated fields and have completed pre-dissertation requirements may apply.
Description
The MMUF Dissertation Grant provides doctoral candidates at the dissertation-completion stage with support for a year devoted to writing. Administered by the Institute for Citizens & Scholars and funded by The Mellon Foundation, it is part of the MMUF Advancement Program for alumni of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship. The grant offers financial stability and space for sustained, uninterrupted work toward completing a Ph.D.
The program responds to the historical exclusion of diverse perspectives from higher education. It supports scholars who bring those perspectives into their disciplines, academic careers, and teaching, helping students deepen their understanding of people of all backgrounds. Alongside writing support, the award provides professional recognition as Fellows prepare for the next stage of their academic careers.
