The Rural Sociological Society's Dissertation Research Award funds original Ph.D. research advancing rural sociology and supporting future leaders in the field.
Funder: Rural Sociological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,500 per award; one-time, non-renewable funding.
Summary: Supports Ph.D. dissertation research that advances rural sociology and fosters the development of future rural sociologists.
Key Information: Only RSS graduate student members are eligible; no equipment purchases or institutional overhead allowed.
The Dissertation Research Award from the Rural Sociological Society (RSS) provides support for Ph.D. dissertation research that advances the field of rural sociology. The award aims to recognize and encourage graduate student projects that contribute significant insights to rural studies and to foster the development of future leaders in the discipline. By supporting original research, RSS seeks to strengthen the scholarly community and promote innovative work addressing rural issues.