AWG Scholarships and Awards
The AWG Scholarships and Awards by the Association for Women Geoscientists support research, fieldwork, and professional excellence for women and gender minorities in geoscience fields.
Funder: Association for Women Geoscientists
Due Dates: August 10, 2026 (Sand & Takken Travel Awards) | December 15, 2026 (Brunton Awards) | February 1, 2027 (Wallace Scholarship) | February 10, 2027 (Takken Travel Award - Spring) | February 14, 2027 (Crawford Field Camp Scholarship) | March 15, 2027 (Field Camp Grant) | April 1, 2027 (Outstanding Educator Award) | April 30, 2027 (Paleontology & Goldring Awards) | May 31, 2027 (Chrysalis Scholarship) | June 15, 2027 (Professional Excellence Award) | June 30, 2027 (Geoscience IDEA Scholarship) | July 15, 2027 (Mid-Career Excellence Award)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $500–$5,000; most scholarships are $1,000–$2,500; Field Camp Grant pool is $14,000 (up to 5 awards); travel awards are $1,500 each.
Summary: Scholarships, travel grants, and professional awards supporting women and gender minorities in geosciences at all career stages.
Key Information: Multiple annual deadlines; eligibility, award size, and requirements vary by program.
Description
The Association for Women Geoscientists (AWG) offers a comprehensive suite of scholarships, travel grants, and professional awards designed to recognize and support women and gender minorities in the geosciences. Programs span undergraduate and graduate scholarships, travel funding for research presentations, and awards for professional excellence, outstanding education, and field work. These opportunities are intended to foster diversity, mentorship, and career advancement within the geoscience community, with specific awards targeting underrepresented groups, degree completion, and excellence at various career stages.
