2026 James Madison Graduate Fellowship

James Madison Fellowships were created by Congress to honor James Madison's legacy and Madisonian principles by providing support for master’s degrees that focus on the Constitution – its roots, its formation, its principles, and its development. The benefits of the fellowship program are manifold and lasting. While in graduate school, Fellows will gain a deeper understanding of the principles of constitutional government, which they then impart to their students. In the process, they form professional ties that can significantly influence their teaching aspirations. In this way, the James Madison Fellowships ensure that the spirit and practical wisdom of the Constitution will guide the actions of future generations of American citizens.

• Table of Content
• About James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (JMMFF)
• James Madison Graduate Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of James Madison Graduate Fellowship
• Requirements for James Madison Graduate Fellowship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for James Madison Graduate Fellowship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (JMMFF)

The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation was established by Congress in 1986 to improve teaching about the United States Constitution in secondary schools. The Foundation is an independent agency of the Executive Branch of the federal government. Funding for the Foundation's programs comes from Congress and generous contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations. The Foundation has a Board of Trustees, and its daily operations are directed by a president and a small staff. The Foundation's office is located in Alexandria, Virginia. I really appreciate t... continue reading

James Madison Graduate Fellowship

Application Deadline	02 Mar 2026
Country to study	United States
Type	Fellowship
Sponsor	James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (JMMFF)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of James Madison Graduate Fellowship

The maximum amount of each award is $24,000, prorated over the period of study, and in no case shall the award exceed $12,000 for one academic year of study.

Requirements for James Madison Graduate Fellowship Qualification

Fellowship applicants only compete against other applicants from their state of their legal residence. To be eligible to apply for a fellowship, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be a teacher, or plan to become a teacher, of American history, American government, or civics at the secondary school level (grades 7-12).
• Possess a bachelor's degree or plan to receive one no later than August 31 of the year in which you are applying.

Interview date, Process and Venue for James Madison Graduate Fellowship

Types of Fellowships:

The Foundation offers two types of fellowships:

• Junior Fellowships are awarded to outstanding college seniors and college graduates without teaching experience who intend to become secondary school teachers of American history, American government, or civics in grades 7-12. Junior Fellows are expected to complete graduate study within two academic years of full-time study.
• Senior Fellowships are awarded to outstanding current secondary school teachers who are required to complete graduate study within 5 calendar years of part-time study.

Application Deadline

March 2, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (JMMFF) on apply.mykaleidoscope.com to apply

For more details, visit JMMFF webpage