[American Political Science Association](https://www.apsanet.org)

May 3, 2026 (Early Career Scholars)

$2,000–$2,500 per grant; one-time award; funds research expenses, no indirect costs

Supports innovative political science research on underserved communities, underrepresented groups, and Indigenous politics, with separate tracks for early career scholars and Indigenous research.

--- ## Description The APSA Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Research Grants program provides financial support for political science research that addresses issues relevant to underserved communities, underrepresented groups, and Indigenous politics. The program is designed to complement APSA’s broader diversity and inclusion initiatives, offering targeted funding for scholars at different career stages. There are two main tracks: Early Career Scholars and Indigenous Politics. Projects may utilize a range of methodologies—including qualitative, quantitative, interpretive, mixed methods, political theory, and philosophy—and both individual and collaborative proposals are welcome. The grants aim to advance knowledge in areas such as race, ethnicity, social justice, systemic racism, gender, sexuality, LGBTQ+ politics, accessibility, Indigenous Studies, sovereignty, and tribal governance. --- ## Due Dates - May 3, 2026: Early Career Scholars application closing (2026 cycle) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $2,000 to $2,500 per project. - Funds may be used for: - Access to data or archival records - Research assistants (undergraduate or graduate) - Statistical software - Manuscript preparation costs - Travel for fieldwork or research site visits - Professional development (e.g., skills or methods training) - Indirect costs, overhead, and fringe benefits are **not** covered. --- ## Eligibility ### Early Career Scholars Track - Applicants must have earned a PhD in political science no more than six years prior to the application deadline. - Eligible career stages: - Pre-tenure faculty - Contingent faculty - Postdoctoral fellows - Practitioners outside academia - Recent PhDs on the political science job market - Recent PhDs must have defended their dissertation and received their PhD by the end of May 2026. - Research must address at least one target area: race, ethnicity, social justice, systemic racism, gender, sexuality, LGBTQ+ politics, or accessibility. - First-generation scholars and those from historically underrepresented groups (African American, Asian/Asian Pacific American, Latino/a, American Indian/Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, MENA descent) are strongly encouraged to apply. ### Indigenous Politics Track (future cycles) - Open to political science and Indigenous Politics scholars, faculty, students, and practitioners focusing on Indigenous-related research. - Projects must center on Indigenous Studies, sovereignty, tribal governance, and related topics. - APSA especially encourages applications from American Indian/Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian individuals. --- ## Application Process - Create an [APSA profile](https://apsanet.org/Registration). - Complete and submit the [online application](https://apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/380/home) (Early Career Scholars) or [Indigenous Politics application](https://apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/351/home) when open. - Required materials: - Project title and abstract (250 words) - 500–1000 word statement on how the grant will advance your research or professional development - Itemized budget - Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume - All materials must be submitted via the APSA online system. - Judging takes place in May, immediately following the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Participation is open to all individuals regardless of protected characteristics, provided program-specific criteria are met. - For collaborative projects, funds are disbursed to the primary investigator. - All funded projects must typically be completed by December 31 of the award year. --- ## External Links - [APSA Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Research Grants Program Page](https://apsanet.org/diversity/apsa-diversity-advancing-research-grants/) - [Early Career Scholars Grant Details](https://apsanet.org/diversity/apsa-diversity-advancing-research-grants/advancing-research-grants-early-career-scholars/) - [Indigenous Politics Grant Details](https://apsanet.org/diversity/apsa-diversity-advancing-research-grants/advancing-research-grants-indigenous-politics/) - [APSA Registration (Create Profile)](https://apsanet.org/Registration) - [Online Application Portal (Early Career Scholars)](https://apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/380/home) - [Contact APSA Diversity Programs](https://apsanet.org/about/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------| | APSA Diversity Programs| diversityprograms@apsanet.org | +1 202-483-2512 | | General APSA Inquiries | apsa@apsanet.org | +1 202-483-2512 |

APSA Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Research Grants

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