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Find similar grantsEarly Student Support for Physical Oceanography Investigators is sponsored by Office of Naval Research (ONR). ONR reserves funding to support the training of the next generation of ocean scientists, covering student support for up to three years.
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Early Student Support for Physical Oceanography Investigators Grants will cover student support (tuition, stipend, fees) for up to three years. Any additional costs should be minimal with clear justification as to why they are required for the success of the student’s research. Graduate students should be admitted to the degree program prior to submission of a planning letter.
Although not required, students are encouraged to participate in the writing of planning letters and proposals. Proposed work should fall under topics of interest to the Physical Oceanography core program or Departmental Research Initiatives. Projects integrated with existing or proposed ONR-sponsored research are encouraged but are not a requirement.
In addition to the standard requirements outlined within the planning letter submission process , the planning letter should be accompanied by the student’s resume and anticipated timeline for degree. ESS is typically used as a mechanism to fund graduate students early in their degree program. Planning letters should use the following naming convention: PI-LASTNAME_ESS_PL_FY26.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Graduate students in physical oceanography. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Early Student Support for Physical Oceanography Investigators is funded by Office of Naval Research (ONR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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