IAGLR Scholarship supports promising Ph.D. students’ dissertation research on large lakes to advance understanding of these ecosystems and encourage careers in Great Lakes science.
Funder: International Association for Great Lakes Research
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to two scholarships of US $2,000 each, plus complimentary IAGLR membership
Summary: Supports Ph.D. dissertation research likely to make a significant contribution to understanding large lakes.
Key Information: Applicants must be current IAGLR members, and recipients must present their supported research at IAGLR’s annual conference.
The IAGLR Scholarship is an annual award funded by the International Association for Great Lakes Research for promising Ph.D. students whose dissertation research is likely to make a significant contribution to understanding large lakes. The program promotes academic excellence by encouraging young scientists to undertake graduate research in Great Lakes ecosystem health and pursue careers in Great Lakes science.
The scholarship connects the development of promising researchers with original, scientifically meritorious work relevant to large lakes. Academic excellence, scientific merit, presentation, originality, and contribution to understanding these ecosystems guide selection. Winners are announced at IAGLR’s annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, where recipients are expected to present the research supported by the award.