Small Research Grant
Notre Dame's Franco Institute Small Research Grant supports faculty with up to $4,000 for research expenses including travel, student assistance, and materials to advance scholarly and creative projects.
Funder: University of Notre Dame
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027: Application deadline — rolling until May 31 while funding remains available (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per award; single-year funding; rolling awards until funds are exhausted.
Summary: Provides regular Notre Dame faculty with up to $4,000 for research-related expenses including travel, student research assistance, and materials.
Key Information: 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 supports regular faculty by providing flexible funding for a range of research-related expenses. Eligible costs include research travel, undergraduate summer student research assistance, research materials, and other essential resources needed to complete research projects. The grant is intended to advance faculty members' scholarly and creative work, enabling them to pursue new research directions or complete ongoing projects.
