Trinity Fellows Program at Marquette University

Overview

The Trinity Fellows Program at Marquette University is a 21-month graduate fellowship designed for emerging leaders who are committed to social and economic justice. The program integrates graduate education, professional nonprofit leadership development, and hands-on community service into a cohesive learning journey. Participants work directly with nonprofit organizations in Milwaukee while earning a master’s degree in an eligible graduate program alongside an interdisciplinary cohort.

What you get

Selected fellows receive a comprehensive financial support package. This includes a full-tuition scholarship covering up to 36 graduate credits and a living stipend of $37,812.90. Participants also receive $800 for professional development, up to $1,600 in health insurance reimbursement, and a Milwaukee County bus pass each semester. The overall value of the fellowship package is estimated between approximately $62,900 and $92,600.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their selected Marquette University graduate program and be available for the full 21-month period running from late August 2027 through May 31, 2029. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to social and economic justice, community engagement, and social change. Additionally, applicants must hold U.S. citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or DACA status, and must present either qualifying full-time service experience or at least two years of post-undergraduate full-time nonprofit employment. Accepted fellows are responsible for a program participation fee of $625 per semester, totaling $2,500 across four semesters.

How to apply

Applicants must submit their applications to an eligible Marquette University graduate program.

Key dates

The application deadline is January 15, 2027. The fellowship officially begins in late August 2027 and concludes on May 31, 2029.