Paleontological Society Student Research Grants
Paleontological Society Student Research Grants support undergraduate and graduate students internationally, funding individual projects on any aspect of paleontology to advance their research.
Funder: The Paleontological Society
Due Dates: February 10, 2027 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards of $1,200–$1,500; requests above $1,500 require a budget explanation
Summary: Supports undergraduate and graduate student research on any aspect of paleontology, including projects by international students.
Key Information: Applicants must be Paleontological Society members at the time of submission.
Description
The Paleontological Society offers a limited number of Student Research Grants to support undergraduate and graduate students conducting research on any aspect of paleontology. The program is open to student members internationally and is not restricted to a particular topic within the field. Awards support individual research projects, with funding based on proposal budget needs.
The program emphasizes logistically feasible research: applicants must verify access to research locations before submitting and obtain any permits needed for field collecting. Following completion, awardees document their project's results and significance through a short survey, including photos and a citation.
