Graduate Student Research Grants

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Deadline

March 6, 2026 at 11:59pm

Overview

The Center for Latino/a and Latin American Studies at University of Oregon is calling for proposals for its Graduate Student Research Grant Program. We expect to award at least four research grants for up to $3,000 each to advance research for either master’s or doctoral students whose research focuses on Latinx or Latin American topics. We are especially interested in projects that link Latinx Studies or Latin American Studies with other disciplines. Funds are to be used to assist with research-related activities, including travel, equipment, and supplies, for master’s or doctoral students.

Award Details

    • Four grants are available to support master’s or doctoral research.
    • The maximum award is $3000 per proposal. There is no minimum to apply – smaller proposals are welcome. Most awards will range from $1000-$3000.
    • The award will support research-related activities carried out before December 31, 2026.
    • Grant recipients are required to deliver a short research presentation in the 2026-2027 academic year. This event will be hosted by CLLAS and open to the public.
    • Grant recipients are expected to deliver photos/video and a brief written summary of their research outcomes by June 30, 2027. 

    • Examples of how this grant funding may be used include, but are not limited to, international and domestic travel, lodging, transportation, stipends for interview participants, and support for research assistants. Grant funds may not be used for post-fieldwork activities such as conference presentations, or equipment such as computers, cameras, iPads, etc. If you have questions about allowable expenses, please contact our operations director, Eli Meyer, at emeyer@uoregon.edu

Eligibility 

  • Open to graduate students currently enrolled at University of Oregon
  • Must be pursuing master’s or doctoral degree in any discipline
  • Research must have an emphasis in Latinx and/or Latin American Studies
  • Open to all citizenship/visa statuses
  • Former recipients are not eligible to apply
  • The CLLAS grant is not intended to support post-fieldwork activities such as conference presentations.

Application

For your reference, we have prepared a document with all application questions. Feel free to download this document to prepare and plan your application in advance: Graduate Grant Application Questions.

Please note that the online application will require you to upload the following components in separate documents:

  • Project Description and Timeline – In 850 words or less, please explain the significance of your research project, key activities that will take place with an estimated timeline, and how this project relates to your master’s or doctoral program. A compelling project description will emphasize the significance of your research and how it relates to questions affecting Latinx and/or Latin American communities. 
  • Statement of Qualifications and CV/Resume – A document that includes a Statement of Qualifications and your CV/Resume. Your statement should be concise, highlighting your relevant qualifications, expertise, and ability to execute the proposed research project. Statements must not be longer than one page, and CVs/resumes must not be longer than two pages.
  • Project Budget and Current Funding Sources – Please provide a detailed project budget that outlines how the CLLAS grant will be utilized, any additional funding sources that have been secured, and any remaining funding gaps (if applicable). *Please note that these grants do not cover equipment needs such as digital cameras or laptops.* For your convenience, we have put together an optional CLLAS Grant Budget Template .
  • Letter of Recommendation (to be submitted by primary advisor) – A concise letter of recommendation from the student’s primary advisor is required. The letter should explain how this grant will significantly enhance the student’s ability to complete their degree and should comment on the quality and feasibility of the proposed project. This letter carries significant weight in the application review process.
    • Please provide the name and email address of your primary advisor in the online grant application. Once you submit your application, your advisor will automatically receive an email from CLLAS, with instructions for submitting their letter of recommendation on your behalf. Advisors will be able to submit reference letters via our email through March 10, 2026. We strongly suggest connecting with your advisor 1-2 weeks prior to submitting your application so they have plenty of time to prepare the letter before receiving this email from CLLAS.

Deadline: March 6, 2026 at 11:59pm
If you have questions please email cllas@uoregon.edu

CLLAS Mission
The Center for Latino/a and Latin American Studies (CLLAS) at the University of Oregon advances interdisciplinary research, teaching, and community engagement focused on Latinx and Latin American experiences across Oregon, the United States, Latin America, and the broader hemisphere. Serving as a hub for collaborative scholarship and creative work, CLLAS uses a hemispheric framework that places Oregon in meaningful conversation with the Americas. Through integrated research, experiential learning, and public programming, the Center cultivates intellectual community, supports student and faculty innovation, and produces knowledge that responds to urgent social, cultural, and political questions. CLLAS plays a vital role in the university’s commitment to diversity, belonging, and access by strengthening connections among students, faculty, staff, and community partners.

 

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