Study Tour Grants for Undergraduate and Master’s Students
The Social Science Research Council's Study Tour Grants support immersive, curriculum-based study tours in Japan for undergraduate and master’s students led by US faculty.
Funder: Social Science Research Council
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 | November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $32,500 per grant; covers travel and accommodations for minimum 5 students and 1 faculty project director.
Summary: Supports US faculty to organize immersive, curriculum-based study tours in Japan for undergraduate and master’s students.
Key Information: Only US citizens/permanent residents’ travel can be funded; faculty must accompany students.
Description
The Study Tour Grants for Undergraduate and Master’s Students, part of the SSRC-JF Next Generation Japan Studies Development Program, offer institutional funding to US colleges and universities to organize curriculum-based study tours in Japan. The program aims to foster deep engagement with Japanese society and culture, encouraging hands-on, immersive learning experiences directly tied to academic coursework. Each grant supports travel and accommodations for student groups led by faculty, with a focus on developing educational modules and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
