Geology Grants

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 115 active geology grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 65 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 115; from 45 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,200–$3,000
Total listed funding: $212K; across 65 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 0; 1 with a published date

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AGeS 3: Advancing Geochronology Science, Spaces, and Systems Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A multi-year micro-funding program aimed at supporting access to geochronology data, training, and expertise.	Not published	Varies
Outstanding Educator Award Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Varies The Outstanding Educator Award, established in 1988 by the Association of Women Geoscientists, honors exceptional women educators in geoscience.	Not published	Varies
West-Gray Scholarship Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The West-Gray Scholarship Fund, established in 2014, supports undergraduate and graduate students in applied geology who demonstrate academic excellence and are members of the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists.	Not published	Varies
Shlemon Quaternary Engineering Geology Scholarship Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Shlemon Quaternary Engineering Geology Scholarship Fund supports graduate students in applied geology. Recipients must be enrolled in accredited institutions, focusing on field studies in Quaternary Engineering Geology.	Not published	Varies
Specialized Research Grants Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Additional specialized research grants available to graduate student research grant applicants.	Not published	Varies
Donald L. Smith Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Donald L. Smith Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports full-time graduate students in Geology with a minimum 3.0 GPA, particularly those engaged in field geology for their master's thesis.	Not published	Varies
Ohio Geology Student Research Grant Program Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $3K The Ohio Geology Student Research Grant Program, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, offers a $2,500 grant for the 2025–2026 academic year.	Not published	$3K
North-Central Section: Undergraduate Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 The North-Central Section of the Geological Society of America offers Undergraduate Student Research Grants to promote research opportunities.	Not published	$750
Carolinas Scholarship Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carolinas Scholarship Fund, established by the AEG Foundation, supports undergraduate geoscience students in North and South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
AWG Geoscience Idea Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The AWG Geoscience Idea Scholarship supports women from under-served communities to pursue careers in Earth Sciences, a field known for its lack of diversity.	Not published	Up to $3K
Hans-Olaf Pfannkuch & E. Calvin Alexander, Jr. Hydrogeology Field Camp Award Grant Minnesota Ground Water Association (MGWA) Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Hans-Olaf Pfannkuch & E. Calvin Alexander, Jr. Hydrogeology Field Camp Award, provided by the Minnesota Ground Water Association Foundation, offers two $1,500 scholarships for the summer of 2025.	Not published	$2K
Field Camp Opportunities Fund Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarships to help undergraduate students attend field camp of their choice. Supports students who might otherwise be unable to participate in critical field-based geological training due to financial constraints.	Not published	Varies
ETCF Geoscience Scholarships: The East Texas Geological Society Scholarship Grant East Texas Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The East Texas Geological Society Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports students majoring in Geology.	Not published	Varies
Geoscientists Without Borders Award Grant Society of Exploration Geophysicists · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Geoscientists Without Borders Award supports humanitarian applications of geoscience by funding projects that address environmental hardships and natural hazards.	Not published	Up to $50K
SEG Foundation: Student Research Grant (SRG) Society of Economic Geologists · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The SEG Foundation's Student Research Grant (SRG) provides funding ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for graduate research projects and exceptional undergraduate honors projects in mineral resource studies.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Grants for Mountaineering Expeditions & Geological Expeditions The Jeremy Willson Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Approximately £1,000 The Jeremy Willson Charitable Trust (JWCT) offers grants to support young athletes, geologists, and adventurers under 30.	Not published	Approximately £1,000
Kansas Geological Foundation Grant Kansas Geological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kansas Geological Foundation Grant supports research and programs that advance the science of geology. Open to members and non-members, it prioritizes projects relevant to Kansas geology.	Not published	Varies
GSA Graduate Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The GSA Graduate Student Research Grants provide essential funding for master's and doctoral research in geological sciences for students in North America and Central America.	Not published	$3K
NMGS Grants-in-Aid & Graduate Mentorship New Mexico Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The NMGS Grants-in-Aid program supports graduate students in New Mexico pursuing geoscience research. With a maximum award of $2000, the grants are designed to enhance educational experiences and promote mentorship opportunities.	Not published	Up to $2K
Hutton Fund Grant Royal Society of New Zealand (RSNZ) · Foundation Not published · $1K The Hutton Fund Grant, offered by the Royal Society of New Zealand, supports research in zoology, botany, and geology within New Zealand.	Not published	$1K
Coastal and Environmental Geology Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Conducts studies and provides technical assistance and maps concerning sediment sources, movement and deposition in the Chesapeake Bay, The Coastal Bays and the Atlantic Shelf of Maryland, and the geology and mineral resources of the state.	Not published	Varies
AWG Pacific Northwest Chapter: Janet Cullen Tanaka Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The AWG Pacific Northwest Chapter's Janet Cullen Tanaka Scholarship honors a pioneering figure in geoscience, Janet Cullen Tanaka.	Not published	$500 – $2K
SEPM Foundation- Student Research Grant Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) · Foundation Not published · $800 The SEPM Foundation offers the Student Research Grant to foster research and education in sedimentary geology.	Not published	$800
The M. Dean Kleinkopf Scholarship(s) Grant Tobacco Root Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The M. Dean Kleinkopf Scholarship, offered by the Tobacco Root Geological Society, supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing geophysical field projects in the northern Rocky Mountains.	Not published	Up to $1K

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About geology grants

Geology grants fund thesis research, field camps, instrumentation, and graduate study in the geological sciences. The Geological Society of America (GSA) has supported geoscience research since 1933 through its graduate student research grants, and the GSA Foundation manages more than 120 specialized funds; the National Science Foundation's Earth Sciences division funds larger research efforts. These awards primarily support students and researchers at universities and research institutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do geology grants award?

Of the 115 geology grants Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 65 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,000, and the middle half fall between $1,200 and $3,000. The largest is $50K. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most geology grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Association for Women Geoscientists (12), Geological Society of America Foundation (11), AEG Foundation (10), Geological Society of America Inc (9), and American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) (8). In all, 45 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are geology grants due?

Of 115 grants listed, 1 have a published upcoming deadline, 10 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 104 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for geology?

Geology grants commonly support graduate thesis research, field camp scholarships, instrumentation, and specialized research topics. The GSA graduate student research grant program provides partial support for master's and doctoral thesis work, and the GSA Foundation administers field camp awards and over 120 specialized funds. NSF's Earth Sciences division funds larger faculty- and institution-led research projects.

Who funds geology research and students?

The Geological Society of America and the GSA Foundation are central funders for student research and field training, having supported thousands of geoscientists since 1933. The National Science Foundation funds broader research and instrumentation through its Earth Sciences division. Professional societies such as AAPG and various regional geological associations also offer student grants and scholarships.

Can graduate students apply for geology research grants?

Yes — graduate students are a primary audience. GSA graduate student research grants partially support master's and doctoral thesis research for students enrolled at universities in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Central America, and students may receive up to two GSA grants over their academic career. These awards supplement rather than fully fund research, so pair them with other sources. Check enrollment and eligibility rules before applying.

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