Global Oregon Graduate Summer Travel Grants The Global Oregon Initiative invites UO graduate students to apply for a limited number of research awards, up to $2000, to support international research.

The Global Oregon Graduate Research Award is designed to help UO graduate students conduct research for their theses, dissertation, or other appropriate projects that advance the academic and professional goals of students.

While awards are most commonly given to support thesis or dissertation research conducted outside the United States, the review committee will consider other activities that engage the graduate student in original investigation and analysis of significant international phenomena.

Proposals will be evaluated against the following criteria:

1. Innovative contribution to student’s field of study.
2. Clarity and effectiveness of project presentation.
3. Appropriate engagement with and contribution to a relevant body of scholarly literature.
4. Potential to advance the academic and professional development of the student.
5. Contribution to UO internationalization & to the overall Global Oregon mission.
6. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated financial need.
7. For applicants outside the US, third country research is strongly preferred.

*Please also note that this award is only for students who plan to travel and use the awarded money while still enrolled as a UO student. Graduating seniors who will be traveling following graduation are not eligible. 

Deadline: February 15, 2025