John T. and Carol G. McGill Research Award
The John T. and Carol G. McGill Research Award supports graduate research in engineering geology and geomorphology through additional funding within the GSA Graduate Student Research Grant Program.
Funder: Geological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Graduate Student Research Grant student proposal deadline (projected) | February 2027: Graduate Student Research Grant advisor appraisal deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award ~$2,700; total annual pool for GSA Graduate Student Research Grants is ~$900,000; award is in addition to general GSA research grants.
Summary: Supports graduate student research and scholarships in engineering geology and geomorphology within the GSA Graduate Student Research Grant Program.
Key Information: Applicants must apply through the main GSA Graduate Student Research Grant Program and request consideration for this named award.
Description
The John T. and Carol G. McGill Research Award is a named award within the Geological Society of America (GSA) Graduate Student Research Grant Program. It commemorates John T. McGill by supporting graduate student research and scholarships specifically in the fields of engineering geology and geomorphology. The award aims to advance academic and scientific development in these specialized areas by providing additional funding to selected proposals within the broader GSA grant competition.
