ELATE Graduate Student Research Award
This grant funds graduate student research addressing current issues in English education that align with ELATE’s mission, with recipients presenting their findings at major NCTE or ELATE conferences.
Funder: National Council of Teachers of English
Due Dates: August 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 for research expenses plus $500 for travel to present at NCTE Convention (one-time award)
Summary: Supports graduate student research advancing English education and ELATE’s mission, with recipients presenting at NCTE or ELATE conferences.
Key Information: ELATE membership is required for all applicants.
Description
The ELATE Graduate Student Research Award supports research by graduate students that advances the work of English Language Arts Teacher Educators (ELATE), as articulated through ELATE’s position statements and sponsored publications. This award is designed to foster research examining current issues in English education and to generate findings relevant to multiple audiences. Award recipients are expected to present their research at an NCTE or ELATE conference, contributing to ongoing professional dialogue in the field.
