Small Research Grant
The University of Notre Dame's Small Research Grant funds faculty research expenses such as travel, student assistance, and materials to support new or ongoing scholarly projects.
Funder: University of Notre Dame
Due Dates: May 31, 2027: Final submission deadline — applications accepted on a rolling basis until May 31 while funding remains available
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per project; single-year funding; rolling awards until funds are exhausted.
Summary: Flexible support for regular Notre Dame faculty to cover research-related expenses, including travel, student research assistance, and materials.
Key Information: Only one Small Research Grant or Small Creative & Performing Arts Grant permitted per academic year.
Description
The Small Research Grant from the University of Notre Dame's Franco Institute provides regular Notre Dame faculty with up to $4,000 in flexible funding to support a wide range of research-related expenses. The grant is designed to help faculty pursue new research directions or complete ongoing projects by covering costs such as research travel, undergraduate summer student research assistance, and essential research materials. The program aims to foster innovation and academic growth within the Notre Dame community, advancing both scholarly and creative work.
