CoSSAC Professional Development Grant
CoSSAC recognizes the need to provide limited funding for staff enrichment, including additional funding for training and travel, when alternative sources for funding are rare or do not exist. This additional funding opportunity has been possible due to the fundraising efforts of CoSSAC and generous contributions from the College of Science. Applications are due every March 15th, July 15th, and November 15th.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
University Staff who have been employed for at least 6 months in the College of Science are eligible to apply for a Professional Development Grant and are limited to one grant award per academic year. Students, faculty, and post-docs are not eligible for this grant.
WHAT IS A TYPICAL AWARD AMOUNT?
The amount awarded will depend on the number of applications received, the availability of funds, and will not exceed $400. Each award typically ranges between $50 - $400.
WHEN CAN I APPLY?
March 15 – application deadline for events occurring between Jan 1 and May 31.
July 15 – application deadline for events occurring between May 1 and Sept 30.
November 15 – application deadline for events occurring between Sept 1 and Jan 31.
Applications for events outside of the indicated time frame will not be considered.
Click here to complete and submit the online application.