The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship

The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship supports graduate students at any stage of their dissertation who are interested in researching contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues in an effort to dispel stereotypes and other negative information that leads to prejudice and discrimination.

The 2025 area of preference will be given to dissertation research that addresses intersectional stigmas.

One fellowship of up to $10,000 is available. Successful applicants will also be eligible for a $1,000 bonus upon publication of their dissertation research.

Eligibility
- APF encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds with respect to age, race, color, religion, creed, nationality, ability, sexual orientation, gender, and geography.

- Applicants must be graduate students.