The Buffett Institute’s International Senior Thesis Research Grant offers awards for independent research on a senior thesis, covering travel and living expenses in locations outside the contiguous U.S. as well as research with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities, locally and globally. The opportunity is open to undergraduate students across all fields of study during the summer as well as during the winter and spring breaks.
Academic Year Research
The Buffett Institute’s International Senior Thesis Research Grant (Academic Year) offers awards of up to $3,000. The grant award is designed to support travel and living expenses during the grant period, with most students traveling during winter or spring breaks. The 2024 application deadline was October 15. Learn more >>
Summer Research
The Buffett Institute’s International Senior Thesis Research Grant (Summer) offers awards of up to $6,000. The grant award is designed to support travel and living expenses for eight weeks over the summer. The 2025 application deadline is March 21. Learn more >>