Student Scholarly Development Grant

Overview

The CEAS Student Scholarly Development Grant provides up to $500 to support full-time KU undergraduate and graduate students across all academic fields whose scholarly work, research, or professional projects center on East Asia (including cross-border or transnational East Asian dynamics). Grants support the following purposes: 

  1. Research (e.g., travel for data collection, purchasing research materials, or providing participant incentives).
  2. Conference Presentation (in-person or virtual). 

Grants are open to KU students who will return to KU for at least one semester following the funded activity. Applicants must be in good academic standing at the time of funding. The amount and number of grants awarded per year vary depending on available funding.

APPLICATIONS OPEN: November 15

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: January 15

AWARD NOTIFICATION: February 22

PROJECT COMPLETION DEADLINE: Varies depending on the nature and scope of the proposed research project. All grant funds must be fully expended by March 1, 2028.

Recipient Requirements 

Grant recipients are required to submit a written report upon completion of their funded activity. This report may be featured in CEAS publications, such as newsletters or the website. Recipients are also expected to share their research and academic experiences at CEAS events. 

How to Apply

Please submit all required documentation via the online application portal (Qualtrics) at the bottom of the page. 

  1. Statement of Purpose: A one-page, single-spaced statement describing why you are seeking research funding, specific research activities the grant will support, and how the funding will contribute to achieving your research objectives. The statement should outline your proposed research plan (e.g., fieldwork, archival research, interviews) and explain how the project will advance your research, academic, and career development. Additionally, it should detail how your faculty mentor will support and guide you from the project’s development through completion.  
  2. Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter from your faculty mentor or academic advisor who is familiar with your research. 
  3. Transcript: An unofficial transcript (an online grade report is acceptable). 
  4. Itemized Budget/Cost Estimate: An itemized breakdown of anticipated travel costs.* 

*Itemized cost estimates may include supporting research travel (e.g., transportation, lodging), purchasing research materials, or providing participant incentives, and should include the total requested amount. 

Please submit all required documentation via the online application portal (Qualtrics) at the bottom of the page. 

  1. Abstract & Purpose Statement: A one-page, single-spaced abstract of the research you plan to present. Include a brief description of your presentation and explain how presenting at the conference aligns with your professional or career development. 
  2. Proof of Acceptance: Official confirmation/documentation showing your paper or presentation has been accepted. 
  3. Transcript: An unofficial transcript (an online grade report is acceptable). 
  4. Itemized Budget/Cost Estimate: An itemized breakdown of anticipated travel costs.* 

*Itemized cost estimates may include transportation, lodging, registration fees, and other relevant costs (e.g., poster printing), and should include the total requested amount. 

Travel Guidelines & Funding Notice 

Before you submit an application, please check the KU Travel Policy & Procedures Information Center for the latest information on the University of Kansas travel policy, procedures and resources to help guide you as you make your travel arrangements.

The CEAS Student Scholarly Development Fund is made possible by endowment funds and private donations. 

If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Ayako Mizumura, mizu@ku.edu.

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