The GPSS Dissertation Study Support Award was created to assist Iowa State University doctoral candidates who have reached All But Dissertation (ABD) status. This one-time scholarship provides up to $300 per student, determined by demonstrated need and the availability of funds. The award reflects GPSS’s commitment to reducing financial barriers to graduate education and supporting students in the final stages of their degree. Selected recipients will be notified via email with further instructions. Awards are reviewed for disbursement on the 30th of each month. Please note that it may take up to two weeks for funds to appear in your U-Bill or bank account, and longer if the university is on break.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for this award, applicants must:
- Be a doctoral student at Iowa State University in good academic standing.
- Have achieved ABD (All But Dissertation) status.
- Demonstrate that the requested funding is not already covered by advisor funds, departmental support, fellowships, or existing research grants.
- Submit a completed application form before the application deadline.
Required Materials:
To complete the application, you will need:
- Confirmation of ABD status (e.g., letter or email from advisor).
- A brief statement of need explaining how this funding will support your dissertation.
- A proposed budget outlining how the $300 will be used (e.g., participant incentives, transcription, data collection, etc.)
- Submit the application form
Award Amount:
- Each selected applicant will receive a one-time payment of $300.
- Awards are distributed until funds are exhausted, with a total of $80,000 allocated across two years ($40,000 per year).
Timeline:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Awards are reviewed on the 30th of each month, and decisions are announced during the first week of the following month. The program will operate for two years, after which GPSS will assess its effectiveness and determine whether it should be continued as a permanent initiative.
Any questions regarding this award can be directed to gpsspresident@iastate.edu.