Soil Science Society of America Awards
The Soil Science Society of America Awards honor outstanding research and leadership in soil science, promoting innovation and excellence across the discipline.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Fellow award nomination deadline (projected) | March 2027: SSSA Early Career Award application deadline (projected) | May 2027: Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship application deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Fellow: Honorific (certificate, pin); Early Career: $2,000 + certificate; Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship: $3,500 to student, $500 to advisor.
Summary: Annual SSSA awards recognize outstanding achievements in soil science research, education, leadership, and student excellence.
Description
The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) offers a portfolio of annual awards to honor exceptional contributions and leadership in soil science. These awards include the SSSA Fellow Award (the society’s highest honor), the SSSA Early Career Award, and the Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship. The awards are designed to celebrate excellence across research, education, service, outreach, and student achievement, supporting the advancement and visibility of soil science as a discipline.
