Soil Science Society of America Awards
The Soil Science Society of America Awards honor outstanding research, innovation, and leadership in soil science through student, early career, and lifetime achievement recognitions.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship) | March 2027 (SSSA Early Career Award) | March 2027 (SSSA Fellow Award)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,500 for scholarships; $2,000 for Early Career Award; Fellow Award is honorary (certificate, pin, ceremony ticket).
Summary: Annual awards recognizing excellence, leadership, and achievement in soil science, including student scholarships, early career, and lifetime honors.
Description
The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) offers a suite of annual awards to honor outstanding contributions in soil science. These include the Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship (for students), the SSSA Early Career Award (for professionals within seven years of degree completion), and the SSSA Fellow Award (the highest honor for distinguished service and achievement). The awards celebrate excellence in research, teaching, outreach, and service, aiming to foster innovation and leadership in the stewardship of soil resources.
