Ohio Geology Student Research Grant
Ohio Geology Student Research Grant supports undergraduate and graduate Earth science students at Ohio institutions, funding research on sites of geological interest to advance the study of Ohio’s geology.
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Funder: Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: December 4, 2026 (Application submission)
Funding Amounts: One $2,500 grant for the 2026–2027 academic year
Summary: Supports undergraduate and graduate Earth science students at Ohio colleges and universities conducting research on Ohio’s geology.
Key Information: Applicants must be enrolled full-time, and the award is paid directly to their institution’s geology department.
Description
The Ohio Geology Student Research Grant supports graduate- and undergraduate-level investigations of Ohio’s geology, including research conducted at locations of geological interest within the state. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Geological Survey administers the grant using its Geologic Mapping Fund. Awards support Earth science students at Ohio colleges and universities, with selection based on application quality, faculty recommendations, and the relevance of the proposed research to Ohio geology.
The grant is part of the Ohio Rocks Earth Science Education Program, established in 2012. Alongside its annual student research support, the broader program separately funds outreach to Ohio’s K–12 schools to support Earth science education.
