Ministry & seminary

Christian Scholarship Foundation Graduate Fellowship

Doctoral support for scholars preparing to teach religion or use their scholarship in church service.

PUBLISHED AMOUNTNormally $5,000–$20,000

FUNDING TYPEScholarship

Who it’s for

Membership in Churches of Christ or Independent Christian Churches; at least one full doctoral year completed before the application year.
Submit transcripts, advisor-approved study plans, scholarly writing and four recommendations sent by the recommenders.

Study stage: Graduate student · Seminary student
Church / community connection: Church of Christ · Independent Christian Churches
Eligible school or program: PhD or equivalent theological study; no named partner list
Residence / regional connection: No separate residence rule stated on the reviewed page; confirm the complete provider rules.

Timing & preparation

Annual schedule

January 15 of the award year; a specific future year is not published.

Check the official form for required documents, recommendations, and any earlier supporting-material deadlines.

Renewal

Prior recipients may apply for one additional award; selection is repeated.

Source notes

We reviewed the sponsor’s published information on Nov 4, 2026. The sponsor’s current application rules govern.

Official program and eligibility www.christianscholars.org