Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Applications open) | June 11, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One fellowship of up to $10,000, plus eligibility for a $1,000 publication bonus
Summary: Supports dissertation research on contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues that challenges stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination.
Key Information: Applicants must be graduate students; any stage of dissertation research is eligible.
Description
The American Psychological Foundation’s Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship supports graduate students researching contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues. It funds dissertation research intended to dispel stereotypes and other negative information that contributes to prejudice and discrimination. Students may apply at any stage of their dissertation, and preference is given to research addressing intersectional stigmas.
The fellowship emphasizes the impact and innovation of the proposed research and the applicant’s plan for disseminating findings. Evaluation is also partially need-based. Past supported work has examined intersectional stereotyping, policy environments and mental health, advance care planning, and LGBTQ experiences in the juvenile justice system.
