NISS Dissertation Grant

Internal Deadline: Monday, April 29, 2024

Eligibility

Students may apply directly for this award.

Access the application form

Required components on the application form:
1.Personal contact information
2. Faculty Advisor contact information - your faculty advisor must submit a letter of support - your advisor will receive a request to approve your application and upload their letter once you have submitted the application form. The letter should address your academic qualifications and the merits of your research.
3. Answer the following questions:
- Your dissertation title (1-2 lines)
- Why you selected the topic and what your work will add to the body of knowledge or perspective in in your chosen academic field. (3-4 lines)
- Whether your topic will be of interest to a winder audience  beyond your academic discipline. (3-4 lines)

Upload the following items:
1. A curriculum vitae.
2. A personal statement of no more than 750 words describing the project and any relevant skills you bring to the work.
3. A one-page project budget for your project.