AIKCU Appalachian Environmental Stewardship & Conservation Grant

Undergraduate and faculty collaborative research grant funding watershed ecology, forest conservation, and mine land reclamation field research in the Cumberland Plateau.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled student team sponsored by AIKCU member science faculty
English language proficiency: Not required
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Joint project proposal detailing methodology, ecological site, and budget breakdown
Recommendation letters: Departmental endorsement from participating institution

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Project grant up to $6,000 per collegiate research team
Application fee: $0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Field research operational funding

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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