Wilkes Dissertation Fellowship

Funding: $15,000 per semester, up to $30,000 total, plus tuition coverage and health insurance eligibility. Who can apply: Open to PhD candidates (domestic and international) enrolled at the University of Utah who have completed candidacy requirements and whose dissertation focuses on climate science or climate policy. Length: 1–2 semesters (Fall 2026–Spring 2027). Field: Dissertation Completion. Deadline: February 6, 2026 for Fall 2026 support (recurring annual deadline; reference letters due Feb 20).