Student Travel Grant
Forecasted
The Student Travel Grant from the Rural Sociological Society supports students presenting research at the RSS Annual Meeting by reducing travel and participation barriers in rural studies.
Funder: Rural Sociological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Student Travel Grant application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Minimum $300 per recipient; final amounts and number of awards depend on need and application volume.
Summary: Provides financial support to graduate and undergraduate students for travel to the RSS Annual Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants must be current RSS members and active participants in the meeting.
Description
The Student Travel Grant, administered by the Rural Sociological Society (RSS) in partnership with its Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee, is designed to support graduate and undergraduate students attending the RSS Annual Meeting. The grant aims to reduce financial barriers to participation, fostering a more inclusive academic environment within rural studies. Funding is provided to help offset travel and attendance costs for students who are presenting or actively participating in the conference.
