MMUF Dissertation Grant
This grant supports MMUF alumni doctoral candidates with funding and mentorship to help complete their dissertations and promote diverse perspectives in academia.
Funder: Institute for Citizens & Scholars
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 6, 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 for a 12-month period; amount may be reduced by other institutional dissertation support.
Summary: Supports MMUF alumni doctoral candidates with a year of funding and professional support to complete their dissertations and advance diverse perspectives in academia.
Key Information: Only open to alumni of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) program.
Description
This grant provides dedicated financial and professional support to doctoral candidates who are alumni of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) program. The aim is to help fellows from historically underrepresented backgrounds complete their dissertations and transition successfully to academic careers. The grant is part of the MMUF Advancement Program and seeks to amplify diverse voices in higher education by supporting scholars at the critical final stage of their doctoral journey.
