Professional Development Grants for Part-Time Faculty Members
The Modern Language Association's Professional Development Grants support part-time faculty in the humanities with funding for research, technology, education, conferences, and related professional growth.
Funder: Modern Language Association
Due Dates: October 12, 2026 (Fall 2026 application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per award; approximately ten grants awarded per cycle; awarded twice yearly by lottery.
Summary: Supports part-time faculty with professional development expenses including technology, education, research, conferences, and childcare.
Key Information: Applicants may receive the grant only once every three years.
Description
The Modern Language Association (MLA) Professional Development Grants for Part-Time Faculty Members provide $1,000 awards to support the career advancement of part-time faculty. The grants can be used for a range of professional development activities, such as technology purchases, continuing education, research expenses, participation in conferences (in-person or virtual), and childcare costs incurred while pursuing these opportunities. The program aims to foster academic excellence and support the ongoing professional growth of part-time educators in language, literature, and related fields.
