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Center for Latin American Studies Research & Travel Awards

Thanks to recent donations to the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS), we have set up small research and conference travel awards for undergraduate and graduate students in the University. This award will support of students’ research activities, conference participation and other academically-oriented travel needs.

Starting in Spring 2026, CLAS will have give three $150 awards per semester (Spring and Autumn). As donations to our center grows, we will increase the number of awards available and/or the dollar amount of each award. If you'd like to support this initiative, please donate now!

Eligibility Requirements

All undergraduate or graduate students currently enrolled in coursework for the academic term may apply. Proposals should be dealing with themes pertaining to Latin American Studies. 

Previous award recipients are permitted to reapply for these grants, but first-time applicants will receive priority consideration, with all other factors being equal. Students in the M.A. program in Latin American Studies (including dual degree students) also receive priority consideration, with all other factors being equal.

Complete applications will consist of the following:

  1. A completed online application form, which includes a project description of 500-750 words (project title, description, how the grant would aid project development). Applicants will need to be logged in their Microsoft account with their Ohio State credentials to complete the application form.
  2. Other documents, uploaded and attached to the electronic application form, including:
    1. Résumé or CV
    2. Verification of IRB approval for the research project (if applicable)
    3. Acceptance letter (if applicable; verification of acceptance to present paper or appropriate excerpt from conference program, or verification of permission to conduct research at the relevant site (library, archives, etc.).)

Awards are competitive (i.e., reviewed by a selection committee) and will be decided on the basis of merit and the project’s significance to the student's academic and/or professional development and the potential for the student's work to contribute to greater understanding of Latin American Studies.

Please note that all travel must abide by Ohio State's travel policies.

Deadlines

Applications for Spring semester are due February 1, with winners being notified by March 15. Applications for Autumn semester are due September 15, with winners being notified by October 15.

Questions? Please reach out to clas@osu.edu.