The Rising Explorer Grant from the Explorers Club funds original field science research by high school and undergraduate students worldwide.
Funder: Explorers Club
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $1,500–$2,000; single-year; funding for direct research expenses only.
Summary: Supports high school and undergraduate students worldwide in conducting original field science research projects that generate new knowledge.
Key Information: Two letters of support and a detailed budget are required; funds cannot be used for tuition, salaries, or institutional overhead.
The Rising Explorer Grant, offered by the Explorers Club, is designed to empower high school students and undergraduates from any country to pursue original field research in the sciences. The program aims to foster the next generation of explorers and scientists by supporting bold, curiosity-driven projects that contribute new scientific knowledge about our planet. Supported disciplines include biology, ecology, conservation, environmental science, archaeology, anthropology, and marine or freshwater studies. In addition to financial support, recipients join a global network of peers and professionals through Explorers Club membership, opening doors to future collaboration and career development.