Dissertation Fellowship - Phi Kappa Phi
Dissertation Fellowship - Phi Kappa Phi supports doctoral candidates with living and writing-related expenses during the dissertation-writing stage to help them complete their original research.
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Funder: Phi Kappa Phi
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Portal opens) | November 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CT (Application and endorsement deadline) | March 1, 2027 (Notification by)
Funding Amounts: Twelve fellowships annually, each providing $10,000 for 12 months of dissertation writing
Summary: Supports Phi Kappa Phi members completing their first doctoral dissertation through funding for the writing stage.
Key Information: Applicants must have current Phi Kappa Phi membership or have accepted membership by the deadline.
Description
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi awards Dissertation Fellowships to doctoral candidates working to complete their dissertations. The program supports 12 months of dissertation writing, rather than earlier stages of doctoral study or dissertation preparation. Applicants must have completed all pre-dissertation requirements, including approval of their dissertation proposal, by the application deadline.
Selection considers the significance of the applicant’s original research and how fellowship support will contribute to completing the dissertation. Funds may support living expenses or expenses directly related to writing, including release time from teaching. The annual program includes The Missy Hopper Dissertation Fellowship, a named award honoring Dr. Hopper’s many years of exceptional volunteer leadership.
