Leyerle-CARA Prize Grant

Leyerle-CARA Prize Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Medieval Academy Of America
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Summary

The Leyerle-CARA Prize, established by the Medieval Academy of America, offers an annual award of $1,000 to support doctoral research for members needing access to Toronto's extensive collections. This initiative honors John Leyerle for his significant contributions to medieval studies and CARA. The prize primarily aids graduate students from the Medieval Academy who require resources from institutions like the University of Toronto's Robarts Library and the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies.

Overview

Medieval Academy of America The Medieval Academy of America is the largest organization in the United States promoting excellence in the field of medieval studies. It was founded in 1925 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. The academy publishes the quarterly journal Speculum, and awards prizes, grants, and fellowships. The Medieval Academy supports research, publication, and teaching in medieval art, archaeology, history, law, literature, music, philosophy, religion, science, social and economic institutions, and all other aspects of the Middle Ages. Leyerle-CARA Prize

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Ineligibility

Graduate students of the University of Toronto currently in residence are not eligible.