Home Funding Radcliffe/Ramsdell Fellowship Radcliffe/Ramsdell Fellowship The Wallace Radcliffe Scholarship was established in 1942 by bequest of Bryant Walker, A.B. 1876, L.L.B. 1879, Sc.D. (Hon) 1912, in memory of his brother-in-law, Reverend Wallace Radcliffe, D.D. The Margaret Kraus Ramsdell Fellowship was established in 1933 by a gift made by Dean and Mrs. Edward H. Kraus and Edward T. Ramsdell to commemorate the life and character of Margaret Kraus Ramsdell, A.B. 1923, A.M. 1925. Eligibility Rackham Graduate students at the University of Michigan who pursue studies in religious education, religious studies, or related fields are eligible for this fellowship competition. Specifically for the Ramsdell fund, preference will be given to students who have already received a degree (bachelor’s, master’s, etc.) from the University of Michigan before the deadline for the Ramsdell Fellowship. Selection Criteria In choosing the recipients, the selection committee considers the following: Proven academic ability Demonstrated interest in religious education, religious studies, or related fields Financial need is not considered Deadline March 17, 2026 Award Description An award may be up to $6,000 based on the availability of funds. This award is not renewable. The funding can be utilized in the Spring/Summer or the following Fall term and may not be deferred. Application Process Complete the application form (link to ramp) and include the following: Student’s personal statement (NOTE: In the personal statement, limit 500 words; describe your applicable research or study interests to religious education, religious studies, or related fields) Endorsement in RAMP from the academic program Contact Us Hours: Finance and Fellowships is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is closed Saturdays and Sundays and on university holidays. Location 0120 Rackham Building 915 East Washington Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1070 Contact Phone: 734.764.8119 Fax: 734.615.7535 Email: [email protected]
