SEAS for Undergraduate Students Grant

The Society for American Archaeology (SAA) offers the Student Excellence in Archaeology Scholarship (SEAS) to support undergraduate minority students pursuing archaeological training or research. This initiative aims to increase the representation of underrepresented minorities in the field by providing up to $3,000 in funding for various educational expenses. SEAS not only empowers students but also champions the preservation of archaeological resources and promotes a more equitable future within the profession.

Purpose (our why)
Advancing archaeology, preservation, and practice.
Mission (our aim)
SAA empowers its members to understand humanity’s past through ethically-based scientific and humanistic investigation, to promote preservation of archaeological resources and cultural heritage through support of legislation and education, to create collaboration between the profession and descendant communities, and to assist professional growth.
Shared Vision (our direction)
To champion archaeologists in their efforts to advance knowledge of and to protect the past for society; and to build a more ethical, just, and equitable future of the profession.
Student Excellence in Archaeology Scholarship (SEAS)
The SAA Student Excellence in Archaeology Scholarship (SEAS) (helps increase the number of under-represented minorities obtaining degrees in archaeology. It provides funding to minority archaeology students, helping them enhance their education and successfully prepare for a variety of careers in archaeology and heritage management.
Supports archaeological training or participation in a research program for undergraduate minority students. Any form of archaeological training during the summer may be funded, not just limited to field schools. Amount awarded is up to $3,000 with one to two scholarships available each year.

Eligibility

To apply for a SEAS, the following criteria must be met:You must be a member of historically underrepresented minorities in archaeology, including but not restricted to African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, and other non European minorities. Please note: Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, or Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders are encouraged to apply to the Native American Scholarships program for parallel funding opportunities.You must be a resident of either the United States or Canada. At the time of application, you must be enrolled in a regionally accredited university in the United States or Canada or, if outside the United States, a university with equivalent accreditation. Funding includes but not limited to:tuition, travel, food, housing, books, supplies, equipment and child care Prior to any award recommendation being finalized and publicly announced, anyone recommended for an award, scholarship, or grant will be required to certify the following:I am not and have not ever been the subject of a discrimination or harassment lawsuit or related administrative complaint that resulted in an adverse finding; andI do not have and have not had a current or pending disciplinary action such as suspension or termination of registration, resulting from a Register of Professional Archaeologists’ grievance investigation.