Calihan Academic Grants
Action Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty Center for
Award: $500–$3,000
To provide scholarships and research grants to future scholars and religious leaders whose academic work shows outstanding potential. Qualifications: Candidates must have a demonstrated interest in the themes of the Acton Institute; Grants are open to scholars and students in theology, philosophy, religion, history, law, politics, economics, or related fields; Strong academic performance is essential; Candidates must display the potential to advance the themes of the Acton Institute; Grants are open to all qualified persons irrespective of race, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, citizenship, religious affiliation, or disability; all applicants are eligible to re-apply provided their reapplication occurs no earlier than one calendar year from their prior application. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on research staff of the Acton Institute; award decisions by the Acton Institute are final and not subject to appeal. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; application and following documentation: 1-page proposal that outlines what applicants intend to accomplish with this grant; 2-page essay that describes applicants intellectual development, future plans, and career goals; statement should elaborate on the source and development of applicants interest in the ideas, including how applicants expect to contribute to a better understanding and application of these ideas; Upload in application form; recent academic paper applicants have already written relevant to the themes promoted by the Acton Institute; it is not in English provide an English abstract or summary; application form; official or unofficial transcripts from applicants most recent university; notarized copies are also acceptable. Focus: Economics; Philosophy; Religion; Theology.