Study Tour Grants for Undergraduate and Master’s Students
Supports US faculty-led study tours to Japan, providing immersive, curriculum-based experiences to enhance students’ academic engagement and Japan-related learning.
Funder: Social Science Research Council
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 | November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $32,500 per study tour; covers travel and curriculum-related expenses for minimum 5 students and 1 faculty leader.
Summary: Supports US faculty in leading undergraduate and master’s students on curriculum-based, immersive study tours to Japan to enhance academic engagement and Japan-related learning.
Key Information: Funding only covers US citizens/permanent residents; minimum group size and curriculum integration required.
Description
This grant provides institutional support for immersive, curriculum-based study tours to Japan, enabling faculty at US-based colleges and universities to lead groups of undergraduate and master’s students on educational trips. The program aims to foster meaningful academic engagement with Japan through structured activities closely tied to the curriculum, such as course-related site visits, academic or cultural experiences, and other organized educational components. The goal is to enhance Japan-related teaching, learning, and research by supporting experiential learning opportunities for students.
