Rising Explorer Grant
Forecasted
The Rising Explorer Grant from the Explorers Club funds and mentors students worldwide to conduct original field science research in disciplines like biology, ecology, and anthropology.
Funder: Explorers Club
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards average $1,500–$2,000 per project; one-time funding per research project.
Summary: Supports high school and undergraduate students worldwide in conducting original field science research with mentorship and community from the Explorers Club.
Key Information: Two letters of support are required; project must be genuine field science, not adventure or travel.
Description
The Rising Explorer Grant, offered by the Explorers Club, is designed to empower high school students and undergraduates globally to embark on original field research projects in the sciences. The grant provides early-career researchers with funding, mentorship, and access to a global community of explorers. Supported fields include biology, ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental science, archaeology, anthropology, and related disciplines—provided the proposed project constitutes genuine scientific inquiry and generates new knowledge. Awardees are also considered for Explorers Club membership, offering further networking and professional development opportunities.
