Earth Science Grants

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 163 active earth science grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 83 list an award amount, with a median of $3,000.

Grants tracked: 163; from 77 funders
Median award: $3,000; middle half $1,200–$10K
Total listed funding: $9.4M; across 83 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 0; 6 with a published date

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ROSES 2025: A.4 Rapid Response and Novel Research in Earth Science NASA Headquarters · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · Varies This program element does not have a proposal due date.	Dec 31, 2026	Varies
Oceanographic Facilities and Equipment Support U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Jan 11, 2027 · $5K – $47.5M Oceanographic facilities and equipment are supported by the Integrative Programs Section (IPS) of the Division of Ocean Sciences (OCE), Directorate for Geosciences (GEO).	Jan 11, 2027	$5K – $47.5M
Antarctic Research Not Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Field Support U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Jan 15, 2027 · $60,000,000 total Through this solicitation, the Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) funds cutting-edge research that: Improves understanding of interactions among the Antarctic region and global systems.	Jan 15, 2027	$60,000,000 total
Arctic Research Opportunities U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Jan 15, 2027 · From $330K The National Science Foundation (NSF) invites investigators at U.S. organizations to submit proposals to the Arctic Sciences Section in the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) within the Geosciences Directorate, to conduct research about the…	Jan 15, 2027	From $330K
Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Jun 1, 2027 · $60,000,000 total Through this solicitation, the Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) funds cutting-edge research that requires logistical support from the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP)and: Improves understanding of…	Jun 1, 2027	$60,000,000 total
Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (AGS-PRF) U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Open · From $202K The Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS), awards Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (PRF) to highly qualified early career investigators to carry out an independent research program.	Open	From $202K
Edmond M. Dewan Young Scientist Scholarship for Atmospheric Sciences and Space Physics Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Edmond M. Dewan Young Scientist Scholarship for Atmospheric Sciences and Space Physics supports graduate students tackling challenges in atmospheric science and space physics.	Not published	Up to $1K
Explorers Club Impact Grants Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Explorers Club Impact Grants support groundbreaking field research across various scientific disciplines, including biological sciences, archaeology, and ecology.	Not published	$10K – $25K
NCAR Advanced Study Program: Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant University Corporation for Atmospheric Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $167K The NCAR Advanced Study Program offers a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship for independent research at the National Center for Atmospheric Research.	Not published	Up to $167K
Geo-Launchpad Unavco Inc · Foundation Not published · $500K A program that prepares community college students for transfer to four-year universities to pursue academic studies in geosciences.	Not published	$500K
AIPG Pennsylvania Section Scholarships Grant American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) · Foundation Not published · $500 The AIPG Pennsylvania Section Scholarships support undergraduate geology students in Pennsylvania, helping cover educational costs and encouraging their involvement with the American Institute of Professional Geologists.	Not published	$500
WAAIME Scholarship Grant Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) · Foundation Not published · Varies The WAAIME Scholarship, offered by the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME), supports students pursuing degrees in earth sciences and engineering.	Not published	Varies
Horton (Hydrology) Research Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Up to $11K The Horton Research Grant supports Ph.D. students in hydrology and related fields, awarding up to three students annually with grants of up to $10,000 for research and travel expenses.	Not published	Up to $11K
Cole Awards (Post-Doctoral Research) Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Research awards for post-doctoral scientists, also known as the Cole Awards.	Not published	Varies
Gary Babcock Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Warren L. and Florence W. Calvert Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Houston Geological Society · Foundation Not published · $4K – $5K The Warren L. and Florence W. Calvert Memorial Scholarship Fund, established in 1974, supports deserving geological students pursuing graduate studies in Economic Geology.	Not published	$4K – $5K
Bill Bishop Award Grant Quaternary Research Association (QRA) · Foundation Not published · Up to £950 The Bill Bishop Award, provided by the Quaternary Research Association (QRA), supports field-based research in geology and related sciences, focusing on Cenozoic stratigraphy, palaeoenvironments, and British Quaternary geomorphology.	Not published	Up to £950
The Michael Thompson Foster and Peter Kinnison Foster Scholarship(s) Grant Tobacco Root Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Michael Thompson Foster and Peter Kinnison Foster Scholarship supports students and researchers in Geoscience, promoting the prospector ethic and responsible mining.	Not published	Up to $1K
Dallas Geological Society Scholarship Grant Communities Foundation of Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Dallas Geological Society Scholarship, managed by the Communities Foundation of Texas, provides one-year awards of up to $5,000 to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Geological Sciences.	Not published	Up to $5K
On To the Future (OTF) Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Partial travel scholarship awards to support participation of scientists traditionally underrepresented in the geosciences.	Not published	Varies
Mazama Research Grant Program Mazamas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mazamas is committed to exploring and preserving mountain environments in the Pacific Northwest through research grants.	Not published	Varies
RMS-SEPM Scholarships: Edwin D. McKee Grant Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) · Foundation Not published · $2K The RMS-SEPM Scholarships, specifically the Edwin D. McKee Grant, provides $2,000 for undergraduate and graduate students conducting sedimentological research in the Rocky Mountain region.	Not published	$2K
Cecilia Payne Gaposchkin Doctoral Dissertation Award in Astrophysics Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The Cecilia Payne Gaposchkin Doctoral Dissertation Award in Astrophysics, provided by the American Physical Society (APS), honors outstanding doctoral research in astrophysics. It encourages effective communication of research findings.	Not published	$2K
Mount Everest Foundation Grant Mount Everest Foundation · Foundation Not published · £2,000 - £6,000 The Mount Everest Foundation Grant supports expeditions focused on high-altitude exploration, first ascents, and scientific research.	Not published	£2,000 - £6,000

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Earth science grants by the numbers

How deadlines work

Upcoming date published: 6 4%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 23 14%
No deadline published: 134 82%

Only 6 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.

Funders with the most active earth science grants

Geological Society of America Foundation 15 active
American Geophysical Union 14 active
Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation 10 active
Geological Society of America Inc 8 active
National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) 7 active
Geological Society of Nevada 6 active

77 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 163 active earth science grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 18, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 1 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.

About earth science grants

Earth science grants fund research and education in geology, atmospheric and ocean science, hydrology, and Earth surface processes. The U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Geosciences is the primary funder, supporting core research, instrumentation, and workforce programs, often in coordination with sister agencies NASA and NOAA. These awards support universities, research institutions, and education programs studying the Earth system.

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Earth Science Grants by state

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do earth science grants award?

Of the 163 earth science grants Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 83 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $3,000, and the middle half fall between $1,200 and $10K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most earth science grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Geological Society of America Foundation (15), American Geophysical Union (14), Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation (10), Geological Society of America Inc (8), and National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) (7). In all, 77 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are earth science grants due?

Of 163 grants listed, 6 have a published upcoming deadline, 23 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 134 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for earth science?

Earth science grants fund research on the solid Earth, atmosphere, oceans, and freshwater systems, along with instrumentation and education programs. NSF's Directorate for Geosciences supports core research through divisions like Earth Sciences (EAR), and offers instrumentation and facilities funding plus workforce-development supplements. NASA and NOAA also fund Earth-system and environmental research and education.

Who funds earth science research and education?

The U.S. National Science Foundation is the leading funder through its Directorate for Geosciences, frequently collaborating with NASA and NOAA on research and education programs. NSF emphasizes integrating education and broadening participation into most research proposals. Professional societies and private foundations also offer smaller grants and scholarships for geoscience students and educators.

Are there grants for geoscience education and workforce programs?

Yes. NSF funds geoscience education and workforce development — including research experiences for post-baccalaureate students and supplements for veterans — and supports collaborations like NASA's GLOBE program. These programs aim to broaden participation and build the future geoscience workforce. Many research grants also expect education or outreach components, so build those into your proposal where relevant.

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