This site contains a centralized resource for Lehigh University students to discover and access financial support for high impact academic and co-curricular experiences. It contains diverse funding opportunities, ranging from need-based subsidies to specialized grants for international internships, faculty-led research, and community-centered projects. This platform connects students with the resources necessary to enhance their Lehigh education.
University-wide
Alley House RA Program
Research assistants for an affordable housing design-build program. Roles cover design, planning, and construction in Bethlehem.
Key Details:
Eligibility: All undergraduates; must register for credit-bearing courses.
Deadline: Early April 2026.
Stipend: $833.33 biweekly (Total $5,000).
More Info: Program Details
Questions? Email jessecae.marsh@lehigh.edu.
CAS Environmental Fellowship
Supports student research and internships in sustainability (energy, policy, justice, etc.) under faculty mentorship.
Key Details:
Eligibility: First-years, sophomores, and juniors in all colleges.
Deadline: TBA Spring 2026.
Award: Up to $5,000.
More Info: View Document
Questions? Email jessecae.marsh@lehigh.edu.
Grants for Learning in Health
Supports independent, hands-on research or real-world health experiences like physician shadowing or NGO volunteering.
Key Details:
Eligibility: CAS 1st years, sophomores, and juniors.
Deadline: TBA Spring 2026.
Award: Up to $5,000 (supplies, travel, or stipends).
More Info: View Document
Questions? Email jessecae.marsh@lehigh.edu.
Inquiry to Impact Grants
Funding for interdisciplinary groups (faculty/students) to explore new intellectual or creative pathways.
Key Details:
Eligibility: All students and faculty project groups.
Deadline: Rolling basis.
Award: Up to $1,500 per semester (higher budgets considered).
Questions? Creative Inquiry@lehigh.edu
Projects for Peace
A global program for student leaders to implement innovative, community-centered responses to world issues.
Key Details:
Eligibility: All students (U.S. and Int'l), all majors, including seniors.
Deadline: January 23, 2026.
Award: $10,000.
Questions? Email wrw210@lehigh.edu.
Need-based
Art, Architecture & Design Fellowship
Need-based support for majors pursuing summer internships that require relocation or significant out-of-pocket costs.
Key Details:
Eligibility: AAD majors with demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: Early April 2026.
Award: Based on location and duration.
Questions? jessecae.marsh@lehigh.edu
Gilman Scholarship for Study Aboard
A U.S. Dept. of State grant for students to study or intern abroad. Designed to provide access to those who otherwise might not go.
Key Details:
Eligibility: U.S. citizens receiving a Federal Pell Grant.
Deadline: Oct 10 (for Fall cycles).
Award: Need-based.
More Info: Fellowship Advising
Professional Development Fund (PDF)
Financial support for students presenting at conferences or participating in other professional development experiences.
Key Details:
Eligibility: COH majors who met career readiness requirements.
Deadline: Rolling applications.
Award: Up to $500 (based on need).
Questions? Email jet211@lehigh.edu.
Student Opportunity Fund
A need-based fund for academic and co-curricular costs like seminars, workshops, and certifications.
Exclusions: International travel, housing, meals, or credit courses.
Key Details:
Deadline: Apply 2 weeks before start.
Limit: Once per academic year.
Avg Award: ~$570.
Questions? Email indost@lehigh.edu.
College of Arts & Science
Africana Studies Grants
Funds support research projects (campus, domestic, or international) for declared majors and minors under faculty guidance.
Key Details:
Eligibility: Africana Studies majors/minors only.
Deadline: Rolling (apply 12 weeks before start).
Award: Up to $5,000.
Questions? Email sia224@lehigh.edu.
CAS Study Abroad Grant
Financial support for CAS majors studying abroad during semesters or breaks for credit-bearing courses.
Key Details:
Eligibility: AAD majors, or students studying a language or in Asia.
Deadline: February 16, 12:00 PM.
Award: Up to $3,000.
Approved Programs: Search Via-TRM
Questions? Reach out to Study Abroad Office
CAS Undergraduate Research Grants
Supports Creative Arts or Research projects under faculty supervision. Recipients must present their final work.
Key Details:
Eligibility: All CAS students.
Deadline: Spring TBA (Fall was Oct 10).
Award: $500 to $5,000.
Policies: Research Integrity
Questions? Email jessecae.marsh@lehigh.edu.
Eckardt Scholars Grants
Funding to support research or experiential learning, with priority for senior capstone projects.
Key Details:
Eligibility: CAS students in the Eckardt Scholars program only.
Deadline: Rolling applications.
Award: Up to $3,000.
Rolling Application
College of Business
Tauck Scholars Program
Provides business students with international summer internships in new cultural settings. Internships must be Lehigh-led or from an approved provider.
Key Details:
Eligibility: Business majors, 3.0+ GPA, Sophomore+, U.S. Citizen.
Deadline: Nov 1, 2025.
Award: Covers program fees and flights (up to max).
Questions? Email tju216@lehigh.edu.
College of Health
COH Travel Grant
Funding for credit-bearing travel experiences. Awards are based on individual need to cover expenses not handled by financial aid.
Key Details:
Eligibility: College of Health majors only.
Deadline: Opens Feb 2; Closes Feb 15, 2026.
Award: Based on need.
Questions? Email jet211@lehigh.edu.
Fellowship for Experiential Learning (FELO)
Funding for unpaid internships (outside Zug), individual research, field research, or other non-traditional experiences.
Key Details:
Eligibility: COH majors who completed career readiness requirements.
Deadline: Opens April 10; Closes April 25, 2026.
Award: Varies.
Questions? Email jet211@lehigh.edu.
Professional Development Fund (PDF)
Financial support for students presenting at conferences or participating in other professional development experiences.
Key Details:
Eligibility: COH majors who met career readiness requirements.
Deadline: Rolling applications.
Award: Up to $500 (based on need).
Questions? Email jet211@lehigh.edu.
Zug Community Health Fund
Supports College of Health students who have secured unpaid internships within the health sector.
Key Details:
Eligibility: COH majors who completed career readiness requirements.
Deadline: Opens April 10; Closes April 25, 2026.
Award: Up to $5,000.
More Info: COH Experiential Learning
Questions? Email jet211@lehigh.edu.
Others
High Impact Experience Fellowships
IDEAS Research & Project Grant
Funding for independent inquiry, artistic creation, or research under faculty supervision. Covers materials, travel, and fellowship stipends.
Key Details:
Eligibility: Undergraduates in the IDEAS program.
Deadline: Nov 21, 2025 (Fall Cycle).
Award: $3,500 (up to $4,500 in rare cases).
Questions? Visit the IDEAS program office.
Social Impact Fellowship (SIFAF)
Assistance fund for students in the Social Impact Fellowship program to cover travel and other expenses not already funded.
Key Details:
Eligibility: Active Social Impact Fellows (Creative Inquiry).
Deadline: Opens Feb 4; Closes Feb 14, 2026.
Award: Based on specific unfunded needs.