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The University Research and Creative Arts Committees strongly encourage all University students to apply for an Aspire student grant. These funds can help to offset project costs such as travel and supplies. We appreciate the Graduate School at Ball State's continued financial support for the graduate student competitions.
It's important to note that all student projects require the backing of a faculty mentor or advisor, and students may only hold one Aspire award at a time. Please review the guidelines for individual program requirements.
Student Travel Grants support professional presentations of papers and/or posters, performances, etc., at invited meetings, conferences, or competitions. Deadlines: 15th of the month prior to travel date
The Joseph and Marcella Hollis Award supports graduate student psychology-based research. Proposals from any department are eligible if the project is psychology-based. Deadlines: October 1 & April 1
General Student Competitions
There are two primary student competitions:
Deadlines:
Fall – for projects beginning January 1
- Graduate: October 20
- Undergraduate: November 10
Spring – for projects beginning May 1
- Graduate: January 20
- Undergraduate: February 10
Questions about the student competitions may be sent to aspire@bsu.edu or call 765-285-1600.