Geology Grants

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 115 active geology grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Norman R. Tilford Field Studies Scholarship Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Norman R. Tilford Field Studies Scholarship Fund, established in 1998 by the AEG Foundation, honors the contributions of Norman R. Tilford. It provides grants to undergraduate and graduate students undertaking field studies in geology.	Not published	$1K – $2K
FCGS Foundation: Masters Degree Thesis Grant Four Corners Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The FCGS Foundation offers financial support ranging from $500 to $1,000 for master’s degree candidates conducting geologic research in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona.	Not published	Varies
Northeastern Section: Stephen G. Pollock Undergraduate Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Northeastern Section of the Geological Society of America provides undergraduate research grants to students in its geographic area. These grants, up to $1,500, support individual research projects aimed at presentation at GSA meetings.	Not published	Up to $2K
AIPG MN Undergraduate Student Grant American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) · Foundation Not published · $2K The AIPG MN Undergraduate Student Grant supports undergraduate geoscience students in Minnesota, offering at least two grants of up to $1,500 each.	Not published	$2K
Stone/Hollberg Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jack Kleinman Memorial Award for Volcano Research Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An award representing a partnership between GSA and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to recognize early-career scientists conducting high-impact research in volcanology.	Not published	Varies
Geochemistry Group Student Travel Bursary Grant The Geological Society of London · Foundation Not published · Up to £500 The Geochemistry Group Student Travel Bursary supports postgraduate researchers at UK institutions to attend geochemistry meetings, either domestically or internationally.	Not published	Up to £500
Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing geology at accredited Texas institutions.	Not published	Varies
Undergraduate Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Research grants offered by GSA Sections for undergraduate and graduate students.	Not published	Varies
AISES ExxonMobil Geosciences (Field Work) Scholarship Program Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The AISES ExxonMobil Geosciences Scholarship Program supports undergraduate, MS, and PhD students who are members of AISES and pursuing geosciences.	Not published	Up to $3K
NE-AIPG Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship (ATMGS) Grant American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The NE-AIPG Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship (ATMGS) supports junior and senior undergraduate geology students in the NE Section, honoring Angelo Tagliacozzo's legacy.	Not published	$1K – $4K
AEG K-14 Education Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AEG K-14 Education Fund Grant supports geological education across K-14 levels, including elementary, middle, high schools, and community colleges.	Not published	Varies
AIPG MN Fundamentals of Geology (FG) Grant American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) · Foundation Not published · $300 The AIPG MN Fundamentals of Geology (FG) Grant provides financial support to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Minnesota geoscience programs. Each grant, valued at $300, covers the ASBOG exam and related fees.	Not published	$300
Susan Ekdale Field Camp Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Susan Ekdale Field Camp Scholarship supports women geoscience students attending mandatory field camps. This scholarship assists with costs such as equipment, tuition, books, travel, or childcare.	Not published	Up to $2K
Clay Minerals Society Marilyn and Sturges W. Bailey Distinguished Member Award Grant Clay Minerals Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The Clay Minerals Society Marilyn and Sturges W. Bailey Distinguished Member Award honors outstanding contributions to clay mineralogy through original research.	Not published	$2K
Norman H. Foster Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
AAPG Funding American Association of Petroleum · Foundation Not published · Varies Maintain and grow a permanent non-profit foundation supporting educational and scientific activities in the field of geology. We receive dozens of requests for funding each year.	Not published	Varies
Mid Career Excellence Award Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Varies The AWG Mid-Career Excellence Award honors outstanding mid-career women scientists contributing significantly to geosciences.	Not published	Varies
On To the Future (OTF) Diversity Awards Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grassroots initiative that has helped more than 500 students from underrepresented groups in the geosciences attend their first GSA Annual Meeting.	Not published	Varies

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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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