Grants & Awards

Cottrell College Science Awards

Single-Investigator

How to Apply

Support of significant research that contributes to the advancement of science and to the professional and scholarly development of faculty at undergraduate institutions along with their students

Eligibility

The principal investigator must have a faculty appointment at a U.S. college or university in a department of astronomy, chemistry or physics; or, if from another department, propose research that significantly overlaps with research in astronomy, chemistry or physics. Faculty with a previous CCSA award or whose appointment is in a department or school of engineering or medicine are not eligible. The applicant’s home department must offer at least baccalaureate, but not doctoral, degrees. At the time of application the applicant must be within the first three years of her/his first tenure-track appointment.

Criteria

The potential of a proposed research project to add to fundamental scientific knowledge is a prime criterion in its evaluation, as is its potential for developing into a long-term viable program capable of attracting future support from other agencies. Other factors considered are the environment for research at the institution, student participation, and the contribution the research will make to the college's science programs.

Funding

Cottrell College Science Awards provide direct expenses for support of the proposed research. The total funding from RCSA is $35,000 for a two-year award. An institutional match of $10,000 is required for all applicants. Expenses are limited to five budget categories: equipment, supplies, student stipends, faculty stipends and travel away from the home institution to conduct research. No indirect costs or fringe benefits (other than FICA at 7.65 percent) are allowed from RCSA funds.

Applications

The target date for completed applications is November 15. All potential applicants begin the submission process by completing the Eligibility Quiz. If you meet the basic eligibility guidelines, you will be directed to submit a brief pre-proposal that is due on September 15. All eligible applicants must complete the pre-proposal. See the program guidelines for further details. For questions regarding eligibility and application processes, contact us at ccsa@rescorp.org

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