Trinity Fellows Program of Marquette University 2026

The Trinity Fellows Program at Marquette University is a 21-month graduate fellowship dedicated to developing leaders for social and economic justice. The program integrates academic study with a professional work placement at a Milwaukee-area nonprofit organization. Fellows earn a master’s degree from one of sixteen participating programs while gaining significant, substantive work experience and addressing critical urban issues.

Program Benefits

• **Full Tuition Scholarship:** The fellowship provides a full-tuition scholarship for 21 months of graduate coursework.
• **Monthly Stipend:** Fellows receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses throughout the program.
• **Professional Work Experience:** Each fellow is placed in a nonprofit agency for 18 hours per week, working on projects that align with their skills and the organization’s needs.
• **Master’s Degree:** Fellows earn a master’s degree in one of the approved fields of study.
• **Leadership Development:** The program includes dedicated leadership training, retreats, and a tight-knit cohort model to foster personal and professional growth.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• **Academic Background:** Must have a bachelor’s degree and meet the admission requirements for one of the eligible graduate programs at Marquette University.
• **Professional Experience:** A background in volunteer or professional service is highly valued.
• **Commitment:** A demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice.
• **Application:** Must complete separate applications for both the Trinity Fellows Program and their chosen graduate program at Marquette.

Application Process

• **Application Deadline:** January 15, 2026.
• **Dual Application:** Applicants must submit two separate applications:
  1. The application for the Trinity Fellows Program.
  2. The application to the Marquette University Graduate School for their chosen master’s degree program.
• **Selection:** The selection process is competitive and includes a review of both applications, followed by interviews for finalist candidates.

Application Link:

For detailed information on the eligible graduate programs and to access both application portals, please visit the official program page.

Click here for the Trinity Fellows Program Application Page