2026-27 Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph Field Research Grants Application

2026-27 The Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph Field Research Award for Graduate Students
Due Date: April 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM (CT)
The Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph Field Research Award for Graduate Students supports MA and PhD students conducting global, international, and/or transnational research in any branch of the social sciences. Read more about the program at our website.

For questions, please contact CISSR at cissr@uchicago.edu
Application Details

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Name *

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Department or Program?*
Please note that we are only allowed to fund graduate students enrolled in the Social Sciences Division. If your program is not listed but you believe you are eligible please email cissr@uchicago.edu
Dissertation Advisor *
List a faculty member who can speak on your project's feasibility should our CISSR Board require further information (if other than dissertation advisor):
Have you received a CISSR Rudolph Field Research grant previously?*

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If yes, which year did you receive funding previously?
How much are you requesting (up to $5,000)?*
Please list the other sources of funding you are seeking for this project if applicable:
What is the title of your project?*
please use a short title, they should be descriptive but not overly long
Upload your CV as a PDF *

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Upload your Project Abstract as a PDF (maximum 250 words):*

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Upload your Project Narrative as a PDF (maximum 2000 words):*

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Budget
For each cost you anticipate paying with a CISSR Grant, write a description, the type of cost, and enter as dollars the estimated amount for that item.

Types of costs: travel costs, supplies, research participant payment, research assistance, other fees

Please note: CISSR does not require receipts after the project to confirm how the grant was spent, instead, we rely on each grantee to update CISSR with any changes to your project, budget, or the timing. A written report will be sent out in May 2027 to gather information about how the funding was spent or is still to be spent, and will rely on your written communication.

The estimated total in the form should match the amount you are requesting, or include a comment/note about the discrepancy.
Please upload your budget explaining how you will use the funds (PDF/Excel):

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2026-27 The Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph Field Research Award for Graduate Students

Due Date: April 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM (CT)

Application Details

Budget