Funder: NSCA Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Invited full proposal) | October 2027 (Letter of Intent)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,500 USD for up to 18 months; a six-month extension may be approved
Summary: Supports faculty-mentored master's research in strength and conditioning aligned with the NSCA mission.
Key Information: Applicants and faculty mentors must meet NSCA or International Affiliate membership requirements.
Description
The NSCA Foundation supports master's-level graduate research whose purpose and scope are relevant to strength and conditioning and consistent with the mission of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). The program funds student research conducted at the applicant's academic institution, with institutional review board approval obtained or planned.
Faculty mentorship is central to the program. A full-time university faculty member with graduate faculty status must oversee the work, take responsibility for successful project completion, and foster a positive learning environment. The initial Letter of Intent (LOI) review considers mission alignment, significance, feasibility, innovation, and presentation before selected applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
