Graduate Student Professional Development Award

The Office of Research, Scholarship, and Innovation provides reimbursements on a first-come-first-served basis for Nazareth graduate students to present scholarly or creative work; to attend regional, national, or international conferences; to compete academically; or to accept an award.

Award amounts vary from $150 to $600 depending on a variety of factors, including where the event takes place, whether or not you are presenting, and how many others from your program are also planning to attend.

Application Instructions and FAQ

Everything that you need to know about applying for this award: Graduate Student Professional Development Reimbursement Award guide


Contact Megan Tobin with questions about the application process.

Contact Margaret Murphy with questions about the reimbursement process.

How does this award work?

Here is a general overview of the application and reimbursement process:

  1. Make sure you are eligible
  2. Gather all of the needed information for your application
  3. Submit your application by the 14th of the month before you plan to travel
  4. Receive award letter via email
    • Be sure you follow our instructions for paying and saving your receipts!!
  5. Travel
  6. Submit your reimbursement request within 10 days of your return

Useful Links

All of the forms linked below are also linked in theĀ Graduate Student Professional Development Reimbursement Award guide.

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