Funder: Research Corporation for Science Advancement

Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Nomination) | January 2027 (Complete application) | February 2027 (Support letters)

Funding Amounts: $5,000 cash prize; recognition includes a plenary talk at the Cottrell Scholar Conference and professional journal coverage.

Summary: Recognizes Cottrell Scholars or Holland Award recipients for outstanding national impact in science leadership and service.

Key Information: Only Cottrell Scholars from 2014 or earlier, or Holland Awardees, are eligible for the 2026 cycle; self-nominations allowed.