Bat Conservation International’s Student Research Scholars Program funds graduate research advancing global bat conservation through evidence-based science and innovation.
Funder: Bat Conservation International
Due Dates: October 31, 2026: Proposal Due Date
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award | 10–15 awards per cycle | Non-renewable, one-year project period
Summary: Supports M.Sc. and Ph.D. students worldwide to advance bat research and conservation through evidence-based projects.
Key Information: Funds must be used for direct project costs only; no institutional overhead allowed.
Bat Conservation International’s Student Research Scholars Program provides competitive scholarships to graduate students (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) conducting research that advances global bat conservation priorities. The program emphasizes evidence-based conservation, professional development, and building a global network of emerging bat scientists. Scholars are recognized for research excellence, innovation, and contributions to diversity, equity, and education in bat conservation. In addition to the main scholarship, special honors and awards are given for innovative research, women in science, equitable conservation, and projects that test conservation interventions.