Bailey Research Fellowship Grant

Bailey Research Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Rocky Mountain Nature Association (RMNA)
Last Updated: January 04, 2026

Summary

The Bailey Research Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for graduate students to conduct research in the renowned Rocky Mountain National Park. Funded by the Leslie Fidel Bailey Charitable Trust, this fellowship encourages the exploration of diverse topics, including ecology, geology, and wildlife management. Selected fellows will collaborate with park staff for three to four months, receiving housing and a stipend of $12,000, plus potential additional funds for research-related expenses.

Overview

Conduct Research in Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park is a “Crown Jewel” of the National Park System with a reputation for innovation in research and interpretive programs. Each year the Rocky Mountain Conservancy and Rocky Mountain National Park co-sponsor a research fellowship opportunity for one graduate level student to spend three to four months conducting research in Rocky Mountain National Park. The Rocky Mountain Research Fellowship is an endowed program funded by the Leslie Fidel Bailey Charitable Trust. It is designed to encourage highly qualified graduate students to apply their talents to conducting research in the national parks. About the Fellowship The RMNP Research Fellowship is an endowed program funded by the Leslie Fidel Bailey Charitable Trust. It is designed to encourage highly qualified graduate students to apply their talents to conducting research in the national parks. It is also intended to convey the importance of communicating park research to the public. One fellowship is awarded annually. This fellowship opportunity invites a broad range of research proposals to be reviewed and conducted in Rocky Mountain National Park, including wildlife management, vegetation and riparian studies, fire ecology, cultural sciences, archeology and historic structures preservation, as well as other topics in botany, zoology, geology, history, ecology and ornithology. The graduate student awarded the Research Fellowship will work with Rocky Mountain National Park staff for a period of three to four months. Applicants must submit a preliminary research proposal and the chosen fellow will be expected to convey research finding to the general public as well as to professional audiences. Fellowship Benefits Park housing for one person Living expense stipend of $12,000, paid in weekly $1,000 disbursements, with the final disbursement paid once all requirements are complete to the satisfaction of RMC and RMNP. Reimbursement (not to exceed $1000) for presenting at a professional conference within 2 years of completing the fellowship. Reimbursement (not to exceed $1000) for supplies and materials necessary to conduct An honorarium equaling $1,000 paid after completion of the presentation for RMC.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Participant must be currently enrolled in, or in the process of graduating from, a graduate level program at an accredited college or university.Participant must show proven excellence in scholarship and research, or training in the fields of natural and/or cultural resources.The applicant’s goals should include an interest in a career with national or state parks in interpretation, natural or cultural resources, resource management, or environmental education.Participant should exhibit the ability to communicate effectively to both general and public audiences.Participant should exhibit a willingness to contribute to the purposes of the Rocky Mountain Research Fellowship Program and assist the National Park Service by sharing knowledge, skill and enthusiasm.