Research Grants - National Coalition of Independent Scholars
Research Grants - National Coalition of Independent Scholars support members' upcoming research, including travel to archives, libraries, and essential resources, to advance independent scholarly work.
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Funder: National Coalition of Independent Scholars
Due Dates: February 1, 2027 (Spring application) | June 1, 2027 (Summer application) | October 1, 2027 (Fall application)
Funding Amounts: $599 for research activities within 12 months of the award decision
Summary: NCIS Research Grants help members finance upcoming research projects, including travel to archives, libraries, and other essential resources.
Key Information: Applicants must be Full NCIS members or affiliated partner-group presidents in good standing for at least 15 consecutive months.
Description
The National Coalition of Independent Scholars (NCIS) offers Research Grants to help finance members’ forthcoming research projects. Support can cover expenses such as travel to archives, libraries, and other resources essential to research. The program supports the next stage of a project rather than reimbursing work already completed: funded activities must take place within the 12 months following the award decision.
NCIS is a nonprofit providing professional affiliation, support services, and community to scholars working outside tenured academia. Its membership includes independent researchers, contingent and adjunct faculty, retired academics, and scholars between posts. Research Grants are offered through three recurring award cycles—Spring, Summer, and Fall—with grant access tied to membership status and a qualifying period of continuous membership.
