• SRTG Research / Study Grant Application

    Student Research and Travel Grant (SRTG) Application - Fall 2026

  • SRTG Research/Study Grant Application


    Use this form to apply for an SRTG Research/Study Grant to support:

    • Thesis or pre-thesis reseach materials
    • Project / research requirements conducted during the Independent Study Project (ISP)


    If you are seeking funding to support a conference presentation, please complete the SRTG Conference Presentation Grant Application Form instead.

    As you complete this application, your responses will automatically be saved in your browser's cache. If you accidentally close your browser before submitting, you can return to the application and continue where you left off.

    Your information will be saved for up to four weeks. You may also print or save a PDF copy of your application if your faculty advisor would like to review it before you submit. After making any necessary revisions, simply return to the application and submit it.

    Please note: If you are using a public or shared computer, the automatic save feature may not function properly.


    Before You Apply
    Please carefully review the resources below before submitting your application. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the program requirements and application guidelines.

    Application Instructions & Program Guidelines (Right-click the link to open it in a new browser tab.)

    The SRTG Application deadlines:

    Student Proposals must be submitted by
    Monday, October 19, 2026, 5 pm

    Faculty Letters must be submitted by
    Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 5 pm

    Please do not wait until the last minute to submit your application. Allow adequate time to complete all required sections and ensure your faculty recommendation is submitted by the deadline.

     

  • Applicant Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Are you a transfer student?*
  • Are you an international student? (This is for tax purposes only)*
  • Your Primary Division:*
  • Are you applying to other sources for funding?*
  • Are other students involved in this project?*
  • Have you ever applied for SRTG funds?*

  • General Project Information

  • Project category (please select the category that is most appropriate)*
  • Term funding will be needed in*

  • Research Project Proposal
    (Thesis or Pre-thesis, ISP, Course/Tutorial)

  • 0/50
  • 0/250

  • Project Description
    Please describe your proposed project by addressing the following questions:

    • How does this project relate to your Area of Concentration (AOC) and your academic / career goals?
    • What progress have you made on the project to date?
    • How will this project contribute to your future academic, research, and / or professional goals?
    • What research methods or creative approaches will you use to complete the project?
    • What key literature, scholarship, or other sources inform your work?
    • What outcomes do you anticipate, and what conclusions or results do you hope to achieve?

    Writing Guidelines
    Your proposal should be written for an educated, non-specialist audience. Avoid excessive jargon and explain technical terms or discipline-specific concepts in language that an informed reader outside your field can understand. At the same time, provide enough detail to demonstrate the rigor and significance of your project to reviewers with expertise in your discipline.

  • 0/1000
  • 0/250
  • Does this project require travel?*
  • Does your research involve accessing special materials, collections or visiting locations that require EXPLICIT or WRITTEN authorization, permission or clearance?*
  • If yes, have you confirmed that the special materials, collections or locations will be accessible and open during the dates you will be there?
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  • Project Budget

  • Course, ISP, Tutorial, Pre-Thesis, and Thesis Project Expenses


    SRTG funding may be used to support eligible expenses associated with independent student research and creative projects, including travel, lodging, meals, equipment, supplies, copying, mileage, and other project-related costs.

    Please provide well-researched estimates for each anticipated expense. Budget figures should be based on actual research and expected costs rather than rough or "ballpark" estimates.

    The maximum SRTG award is $600.00 per project.

  • Total:  0/  2000 

  •  If you do not require Travel, do NOT put zeros. Leave the boxes blank.  The same goes for Materials, Supplies and Equipment section.  If not requesting funds, leave the boxes blank.

  • Total:  0/   

  • Budget Narrative/Justification


    All grant requests must include a Budget Narrative/Justification that explains and supports each expense included in the funding request.

    Please provide well-researched estimates for each anticipated expense. Budget figures should be based on actual research and expected costs rather than rough or "ballpark" estimates. Whenever possible, estimates should be based on quotes, published rates, or other documented sources to ensure your budget accurately reflects expected costs.

    In the Budget Narrative, explain why each expense is necessary to successfully complete your project and how the requested funds will be used.

  • 0/500

  • Total Project Costs vs. SRTG Funding Request


    Your total project costs may be greater than the amount you are requesting from the SRTG Program. In many cases, applicants request SRTG funding to support only a portion of their overall project expenses.

    The maximum SRTG award is $600.00 per project. Requests exceeding this amount are strongly discouraged and are generally not considered.

    Students are expected to seek additional sources of funding to support their work. Combining SRTG funding with support from other sources can help offset project expenses and maximize available resources.

  • Supporting Material

  • Additional Supporting Materials

    You may include up to four (4) pages of additional supporting materials with your application.

    There are two ways to upload your supporting materials:

    • Upload up to four (4), single-page files using the upload fields below; or 
    • Combine all supportinig materials into one document (maximum of four pages) and upload it using the first upload field.

    Please note: A maximum of four (4) supporting pages will be accepted. Any pages submitted beyond the four-page limit will be removed from your application and will not be reviewed.

    If you have questions or need assistance uploading your documents, please contact srtg@ncf.edu.

    Accepted file formats: PDF (.pdf), Microsoft Word (.doc), JPEG (.jpg), and Microsoft Excel (.xls).

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  • Signature and Requirements

    (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

  • Applicant Certification and E-Signature


    Please read the following carefully before signing.

    By typing your legal name below (exactly as you sign official documents), you certify that:

    • The information provided in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of your knowledge.
    • You are the individual completing and submitting this application.
    • You have reviewed and understand the SRTG Research / Study Grant Program Guidelines and all information lined at teh beginning of this application.


    By clicking Submit, you will receive an email confirming that your application has been received. Please save or print this confirmation for your records.

    Application Review Timeline
    Following the Faculty Sponsor Recommendation deadline, the SRTG Review Committee will evaluate all complete applications.

    Funding decisions will be made within 30 days of the application deadline. Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision using the email address provided in their application.

    If Your Grant Is Awarded
    If you receive an SRTG award, you agree to the following conditions:

    • Award Acceptance: Submit the completed Award Acceptance Form within 30 days of receiving your award notification. Awards may be forfeited if the acceptance form is not received within this timeframe.
    • Donor Acknowledgment: If requested, provide a handwritten or typed thank-you note to the donor or trustee supporting your award.
    • Student Account: SRTG awards are processed through the Office of Financial Aid. If you have outstanding charges on your student account, those charges may be deducted from your SRTG award before funds are disbursed.
    • Human Subjects Compensation: If your project includes compensation for research participants, you are responsible for the appropriate management, documentation, and reporting of those funds in accordance with College policies.
    • Final Report: Submit a final project and expense summary report to your faculty sponsor and the Career Center within 30 days of completing your project. If the award supported a thesis project, submission of the thesis abstract will satisfy this requirement. Reports should be emailed to srtg@ncf.edu.
    • Unspent Funds and Equipment: Return any unspent funds and/or relinquish permanent equipment purchased with SRTG funds to the appropriate academic division or library, as applicable.


    Academic Integrity and Appropriate Use of Funds
    By submitting this application, you certify that all information provided is truthful and complete.

    Any falsification, misrepresentation, omission of material information, or misuse of SRTG funds is considered a serious violation of College policies. Allegations of academic dishonesty, fraudulent documentation, or misuse of grant funds may be referred for review under the College's Academic Integrity and/or Student Conduct processes.

    If a violation is found to have occurred, disciplinary action may be imposed in accordance with College policies. Sanctions may include repayment of grant funds, loss of current or future funding eligibility, academic or disciplinary sanctions, suspension, or dismissal from the College.

    By signing below, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to all of the terms, conditions, and responsibilities outlined above.

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