Graduate Student Research Grant | Doctoral
Graduate Student Research Grant | Doctoral supports faculty-mentored doctoral investigators conducting research through their academic institutions to advance strength and conditioning in line with the NSCA’s mission.
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Funder: NSCA Foundation
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | February 15, 2027 (Invited full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 USD for projects lasting up to 18 months; a six-month extension may be approved
Summary: Supports faculty-mentored doctoral research relevant to strength and conditioning and consistent with the NSCA’s mission.
Key Information: Student investigators must be full-time students and NSCA or International Affiliate members at application and award.
Description
The NSCA Foundation funds research that advances strength and conditioning. This grant supports doctoral investigators pursuing studies relevant to the field and consistent with the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s mission. It is a research grant, not a coaching advancement grant.
The investigator conducts the study through their academic institution with guidance from a full-time university faculty mentor. The mentor is responsible for the project’s successful completion and for fostering a positive learning environment. Institutional review board (IRB) approval must have been or be obtained through the applicant’s academic institution.
