Name: Philosophy External Funding Resources – Travel Grants & Fellowships via the American Philosophical Association (APA)
Award Amount: Varies widely by program; individual grants typically range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars
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The American Philosophical Association maintains a comprehensive listing of external funding opportunities tailored to philosophers, graduate students, postdoctoral scholars and early-career faculty. These programs include travel grants, research fellowships, dissertation support, pilot project funding and international conference allowances. The APA portal collates both U.S.-based and international agencies, professional societies and philanthropic foundations that support philosophical research, teaching and engagement. Eligibility criteria depend on each specific grant or fellowship program listed.
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