The Gould Research Grant funds innovative graduate student research across all geoscience disciplines to advance scientific understanding and professional development in the field.
Funder: Geological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Graduate Student Research Grant — student proposal submission deadline (projected) | February 2027: Graduate Student Research Grant — advisor appraisal submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award ~$2,688; total program awarded ~$900,000/year; one-year grants.
Summary: Supports graduate student research in any geoscience discipline through the GSA's named grant program.
The Gould Research Grant is a named award within the Geological Society of America (GSA) Graduate Student Research Grant Program. It is designed to support innovative research projects by graduate students across all geoscience disciplines. The program aims to foster the development of future geoscience professionals by providing funding for research expenses.