Medieval Academy Dissertation Grants

Medieval Academy Dissertation Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Medieval Academy Of America
Last Updated: January 03, 2026

Summary

The Medieval Academy of America offers Dissertation Grants to support advanced graduate students writing Ph.D. dissertations on medieval topics. With grants of $2,000, recipients can offset research costs such as travel to collections and the acquisition of necessary materials. All graduate students focusing on medieval studies are eligible, but those researching late-medieval Britain should apply for the Schallek Award instead. Approval from dissertation committees is required before application.

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. Medieval Academy Dissertation Grants All graduate students whose primary research focuses on an aspect of medieval studies are eligible but if your topic deals with late-medieval Britain (ca. 1350 - 1500), you should apply for a Schallek Award. Applicants must have received approval from their dissertation committee for their projects by the application date.

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. Applicants must be members of the Medieval Academy as of 15 January of the year in which they apply.