Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
Deadline: Varies by prize/fellowship (e.g., May 1, July 1) (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate, postdoc, professional
Renewable: No
About
The MLA offers numerous prizes and fellowships recognizing outstanding scholarship in language, literature, and linguistics, as well as supporting professional development and research.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: any
- GPA: N/A
- Must be a member of MLA (for most)
- Varies by prize/fellowship (e.g., for book, dissertation, first book, specific language/literature)
Required Materials
- Application form
- Submission of scholarly work (book, article, dissertation chapter)
- CV
- Letters of Recommendation (for some)
Timeline
Deadlines vary. Check website for specific dates. Notifications vary.
Tips
Submit your strongest scholarly work that aligns directly with the specific prize or fellowship criteria. Ensure your work demonstrates originality, rigorous methodology, and significant contribution to the field.