Grants and Fellowships for Undergraduates
If you have questions regarding eligibility or other issues around grants and fellowships for undergratues students, contact Klau Institute Associate Director Arlene F. Montevecchio at amonteve@nd.edu.
Melsheimer Fellows Program
This two-year experiential learning program offers undergraduate students an opportunity to serve the local community and become involved in research and legal assistance work on campus.
Summer Internship Funding
Undergraduates who have secured a summer internship with an organization promoting civil or human rights may apply for funding.
The application for summer 2026 is closed.
Research and Travel Grants
Students are eligible to apply for funding to support specific projects. Typical awards range from $250 to $500, and are often used for attendance, facilitation, or presentation at civil and human rights-related conferences or workshops. Other educational activities that advance the mission of the Klau Institute will be considered.
Research Grants
Application deadlines — Fall: October 23, 2026 | Spring: March 2, 2027
Travel Grants
Application deadlines — Fall: October 23, 2026 | Spring: March 2, 2027
Pasquale Migration and Human Trafficking Grants
The Pasquale Family Endowment for Excellence at the Klau Institute provides support to student or faculty research, work, or other engagement around migration and human trafficking. Funding is available to Notre Dame students and faculty.
Application deadlines — Fall: October 23, 2026 | Spring: March 2, 2027