Funding

Due to the generosity of Princeton’s alumni, parents, and other donors, the School of Engineering and Applied Science is able to offer numerous funding opportunities for faculty and students.

Funding Guide for Engineering Faculty

A general guide, particularly for new faculty, for how to go about funding your research

Innovation Grants

The School of Engineering and Applied Science offers numerous Innovation Research Grants to faculty for cutting-edge research in areas such as general engineering, health, environment, neuroscience, and data science.

Seed Grants

Seed grants provide a faculty member, or a group of faculty members, with needed financial relief (e.g. summer support) to plan for and write a large, multidisciplinary center proposal or to develop collaboration with industry.

Travel Funds

The School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) has a limited number of travel grants (up to $500/grant) available for enrolled SEAS graduate students who are: presenting a technical paper or poster at a professional society conference; attending a conference for educational purposes; or traveling for a research-related activity.

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Seed funding is available for community-organized events or initiatives aimed at enhancing inclusion and broadening diversity among our community. Faculty, students, researchers, and staff are welcome to apply for support.

William R. Kenan, Jr. Visiting Professorship for Distinguished Teaching

Princeton University School of Engineering and Applied Science invites nominations for the William R. Kenan, Jr. Visiting Professorship for Distinguished Teaching for appointments for the academic year 2024-25.