OVPR Special Research Grants
UT Austin's OVPR Special Research Grants provide up to $2,000 for faculty to cover unanticipated or special research needs, including travel, equipment, software, and research support staff.
Funder: University of Texas at Austin
Due Dates: September 1, 2025 (submissions open) | August 15, 2026 (final application deadline or until funding is depleted)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per award; individual, one-time support for unanticipated or special research needs.
Summary: Provides modest research support for UT Austin tenured/tenure-track faculty to address unexpected or special needs in research projects.
Key Information: Applications received earlier in the cycle have a higher likelihood of funding due to limited funds.
Description
The OVPR Special Research Grants (SRG) at the University of Texas at Austin offer up to $2,000 in funding to individual tenured and tenure-track faculty members. These competitive grants are designed to support specific, unanticipated costs or special needs that arise during the course of a research project, rather than to supplement ongoing projects or provide recurring support. Eligible expenses include travel to research sites, research equipment, supplies, highly specialized software, and salaries for research assistants or technicians. The program emphasizes the merit and disciplinary relevance of the proposed work and its alignment with the university’s research mission. Funding is limited and awarded on a rolling basis, with earlier applications more likely to be funded.
