The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Graduate Student Assembly is accepting applications for the Chancellor’s Graduate Research Grant (CGRG) for the Spring 2026 cycle. This funding program supports graduate and professional students by enabling research progress, professional engagement, and timely degree completion.
About the Chancellor’s Graduate Research Grant
The Chancellor’s Graduate Research Grant is an initiative of the Graduate Student Assembly at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The program is designed to expand access to research opportunities and professional development activities while enhancing the visibility of student scholarship through research dissemination and conference participation.
Funding Size
Two award categories are available:
Travel Awards
• Domestic travel support: up to $800
• International travel support: up to $1,000
Research Activities Awards
• Up to $300 per student for research expenses directly related to completing a Master’s or PhD degree
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Be a graduate or professional student enrolled in the Graduate College at UNL
• Be in good academic standing at the time of application
• Complete all funded travel or research activities prior to graduation
• Have received no more than one Travel Award per academic year
• Submit only one CGRG application per semester (Fall or Spring)
Geographic eligibility
This grant is limited to students currently enrolled at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in the United States.
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Sector or thematic focus
Funding supports:
• Conference travel and approved professional or research-related activities
• Research project expenses that directly contribute to degree completion
Application Process
Applicants must complete the appropriate online application for either the Travel Award or the Research Activities Award. Applications require a clear explanation of how the funds will support research goals, academic progress, or professional engagement.
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Required Materials
• Completed application form for the selected award category
• Written justification or proposal describing the purpose of the funding
• Supporting documentation such as conference details, travel plans, or research expense breakdown
• Any required academic approvals through the application system
Key Dates
Application Deadline: April 27, 2026
Selection Notes
Applications are reviewed individually, and first-time applicants are given priority. Funding decisions are based on how clearly the request supports academic progress and professional development.