Sanders Prize in the History of Early Modern Philosophy 2026
The Sanders Prize in the History of Early Modern Philosophy 2026 is a biennial essay competition for scholars and graduate students within fifteen years of earning a Ph.D. or currently enrolled in a graduate program. The award provides partial funding of USD 5,000, with winning essays published in Oxford Studies in Early Modern Philosophy.
Eligible Degrees
Doctorate (PhD)
Deadline
October 1, 2026
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
Singapore
Eligible Courses
History of Early Modern Philosophy
Sanders Prize in the History of Early Modern Philosophy 2026
The Sanders Prize in the History of Early Modern Philosophy is a biennial essay competition open to scholars within fifteen years of receiving a Ph.D. or students currently enrolled in a graduate program. Independent scholars may also be eligible.
Eligibility and Application
Applicants must submit original research in the history of early modern philosophy, interpreted as the period from roughly Descartes to the end of the eighteenth century. Essays must be between 7,500 and 15,000 words and must not be under review elsewhere. Submissions are directed to Donald Rutherford at drutherford@ucsd.edu.
Award Details
- Scholarship value: Partial funding, USD 5,000
- Publication: Winning essays will be published in Oxford Studies in Early Modern Philosophy
Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 01 Oct, 2026. Applications can be submitted via the official form at http://www.marcsandersfoundation.org/sanders-prizes/early-modern-philosophy/.
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