South Carolina Biennial Sea Grant Program

South Carolina Biennial Sea Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: South Carolina Sea Grant
Amount: US $30,000 - US $80,000
Last Updated: January 07, 2026

Summary

The South Carolina Biennial Sea Grant Program, managed by the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium, aims to enhance coastal conservation and sustainable development through research. With approximately $500,000 available annually for one- to two-year projects, grants typically range from $30,000 to $80,000. The program encourages collaboration among faculty from member institutions and supports initiatives that improve the social and economic well-being of coastal residents while conserving marine resources.

Overview

About The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium (Consortium) is a member of a nationwide network of 34 Sea Grant College Programs that are certified by the National Sea Grant College Program, which is located within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The Consortium is charged with managing and administering the Sea Grant program for the State of South Carolina and regionally. The Consortium member institutions are Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, College of Charleston, Francis Marion University, Medical University of South Carolina, S.C. Department of Natural Resources, S.C. State University, The Citadel, and University of South Carolina. Our member institutions serve as our partners in research and outreach, and the executive officer of each institution serves on our board of directors. Only faculty from Consortium member institutions are eligible to submit proposals though they may include Co-PIs from other institutions. Partnership is always encouraged. Our purpose is to generate and provide science-based information on issues and opportunities to improve the social and economic well-being of coastal residents while ensuring the optimal use and conservation of marine and coastal natural resources. Biennial Research Program The Consortium announces a Biennial Research Program to address important questions in coastal conservation, resilience, sustainable development, fisheries and aquaculture, and education and workforce development. These are one- to two-year projects. About $500,000 is available each year, with projects usually funded around the range of $30,000 to $80,000 per year.

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