Cottrell Scholars

Summary of Awards

Cottrell Scholar Award

Descriptor:

Initial Cottrell Scholar award. Develops outstanding teacher-scholars

Eligibility:

Faculty at the end of third year of first faculty appointment

Award Size:

$120,000

Deadline:

July 1


Robert Holland Jr. Award

Descriptor:

Recognizes and welcomes outstanding senior scientists with diverse perspectives and backgrounds into the Cottrell Scholar community

Eligibility:

Established post-tenure teacher-scholars in chemistry, physics or astronomy (or closely related disciplines in the physical sciences) with a strong record of impact and leadership in their field and their institution.

Award Size:

$5,000

Deadline:

November 1


Cottrell STAR

Descriptor:

Cottrell Plus Award. Celebrates outstanding achievements in research and education

Eligibility:
  • Cottrell Scholars who are at least 12 years beyond receiving a CSA.
  • Holland Awardees, regardless of the year of their award.
Award Size:

$5,000

Deadline:

November 15 (Nominations), January 17 (Full Applications)


Cottrell IMPACT

Descriptor:

Cottrell Plus Award. Celebrates national science impact through leadership and service activities

Eligibility:
  • Cottrell Scholars who are at least 12 years beyond receiving a CSA.
  • Holland Awardees, regardless of the year of their award.
Award Size:

$5,000

Deadline:

November 15 (Nominations), January 17 (Full Applications)


Cottrell SEED

Descriptor:

Cottrell Plus Award. Supports high-impact research activities

Eligibility:
  • Cottrell Scholars who are at least six years beyond receiving a CSA.
  • Holland Awardees, regardless of the year of their award.
Award Size:

Up to $60,000

Deadline:

March 1


Cottrell Scholar Regional Meeting Awards

Descriptor:

Awards to host one-day Cottrell Scholar Regional Meetings at the institutions of Cottrell Scholars and Holland Awardees

Eligibility:
  • Cottrell Scholars and Holland Awardees, regardless of the year of their award.
Award Size:

$5,000

Deadline:

Applications are accepted any time.