Murdock College Science Research Program
Supports collaborative faculty-undergraduate research in the natural sciences at private liberal arts colleges in the Pacific Northwest, fostering sustainable research cultures and faculty-student partnerships.
Funder: M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Full application, by invitation only)
Funding Amounts: Up to $70,000 over three years per award; institutional cost share required (minimum 20% for standard, 33.3% for BRIDGE-track).
Summary: Supports faculty and undergraduate collaborative research in the natural sciences at private, four-year liberal arts colleges in the Pacific Northwest.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; only eligible institutions invited by the Trust may apply.
Description
The Murdock College Science Research Program (MCSRP) aims to strengthen faculty and undergraduate research in the natural sciences at private, four-year liberal arts colleges within the Pacific Northwest. The program provides multi-year grants to institutions with demonstrated capacity and commitment to developing division-wide, sustainable research cultures in the natural sciences. MCSRP grants are designed to support meaningful research experiences for undergraduates, foster faculty-student collaborations, and position institutions for long-term research success through robust institutional support and external funding. Participation is limited to invited institutions, and the program also features an annual conference to promote research dissemination and collaboration.
