Whether you're pursuing groundbreaking research in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, or mathematics we're committed to supporting your scholarly work with competitive funding opportunities.
Why Fund Your Research Through the College of Arts and Sciences?
Interdisciplinary Resources: Access funding across 10 departments and 6 research centers. Our graduate students secure support for diverse projects—from transnational history archives to molecular biology laboratories—all backed by R1 research infrastructure and dedicated faculty mentorship.
Investment in Impact: CAS graduate funding enables more than publications. Our students leverage financial support to pursue global fellowships, present at international conferences, conduct fieldwork, and develop community-engaged research that creates lasting impact.
"I've received a range of different financial support. I've been on a research grant for a couple semesters that really helped me focus on my research and hit the ground running when I first started."
Explore Funding Opportunities
The Office of Research and Graduate Programs is available to help you find funding sources to support your graduate education and research. Ready to find the right funding for your work? The College of Arts and Sciences provides opportunities that align with your research goals.
There are various sources of internal funding available to our graduate students either from the Department, the College, or from the Office of Graduate Education & Life. We encourage students to reach out to the Director of Graduate Studies in your specific CAS department for information on available fellowships and the nomination processes. To learn more about College level awards and funding, please contact Mandy Fraley, Manager of Graduate Programs and Research Initiatives.
Graduate students seeking external fellowships or sponsored research funding are encouraged to contact the CAS Office of Research and Graduate Programs for support. Whether you are identifying new opportunities or are preparing a proposal, our team is here to assist—please reach out to incasres@lehigh.edu to get started.
Graduate students who are presenting papers, posters, serving as discussants, or chairing panels at conferences may apply for travel support. Contact Nicholas Pesarcik, CAS Business Manager, for more information about travel support.