Research Scholar Grants
Grant Overview
Research Scholar Grants (RSG) provide support for independent, self-directed researchers.
Applicants' institutions must provide space and other resources customary for independent investigators.
Grant proposals are investigator-initiated and may pursue questions across the cancer research continuum, as long as they fit within an American Cancer Society (ACS) priority research area.
These grants typically contribute to the cost of salaries, consumable supplies, and other miscellaneous items required in the research.
Eligibility
Typically, you ARE eligible to submit a proposal if you:
- Work at a US academic institution or eligible non-profit
- Are the PI on NO MORE than 1 R01 or R01-equivalent grant at the time of application (An R01-equivalent grant is defined by ACS as an award that is more than $100k direct costs per year for more than 3 years.)
- Were first appointed as independent, full-time faculty LESS than 10 years ago (To ask about eligibility extensions due to personal or professional leave, send your questions to grant.eligibility@cancer.org at least 6 weeks before the application deadline.)
Uncertain about whether a position is "independent?" Refer to the "Guidelines for Independence" in the All Grant Policies document.
We encourage applicants to review the grant policies document for additional, detailed information on all applicant and institution eligibility requirements.
Grant Term & Budget
Research Scholar Grants are funded up to $215,000 per year (direct costs), plus 10% allowable indirect costs, with a project period up to four years.
Application Deadlines
June 1, 2025 and December 1, 2025
If the grant application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be accepted the following business day.
