Booth Tarkington Fellowship in American Literature
For an entering graduate student. Pays tuition and a $15,000 stipend for a student primarily oriented toward American Literature, though transnational approaches are welcome. Some preference is given to those interested African American literature or in Race and Ethnic Studies.

Booth Tarkington Dissertation Fellowship
For two advanced graduate students working on dissertations in American Literature. Releases each student from teaching for one semester to aid completion of the dissertation.

Dickason Essay Prize
For excellence in American literary scholarship.