Penn Global Research & Engagement Grant Program
Supporting Penn research initiatives around the world.
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Priorities
As part of its mission to promote global engagement in all its forms between the University of Pennsylvania community and the wider world, Penn Global administers a competitive global engagement grant program that provides resources to help faculty and staff undertake a range of research, teaching, service, and other activities with a country, region, or global focus.
The grant program consists of four research and engagement funds, through which Penn Global strives to:
- Develop new insights on key questions, issues, and challenges facing focus countries, regions, and the world at large and position Penn to contribute knowledge that helps to address and respond to them;
- Promote collaboration and the integration of knowledge across Penn Schools and disciplines; and
- Strengthen equitable partnerships, promote intellectual exchange, and foster the co-production of knowledge and ideas between Penn and foreign partner scholars, organizations, and institutions.
In addition, each fund maintains its own set of priorities. We encourage you to explore the funds and learn how you can partner with Penn Global to expand your research and teaching impact.
Research and Engagement Grants awarded since 2011.
Funding has been awarded to faculty since inception.
Faculty supported by the Research and Engagement Grant Program.
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Grant Opportunities and Management
Apply for a Research Grant
Applications will be accepted beginning in August 2025.
Apply for a Convening Grant
Applications are accepted on a semesterly basis.
Apply for a Dissertation Grant
Applications are accepted from October 1 through December 1.
Additional Resources for Faculty & Staff
Penn is committed to supporting its faculty and staff as they work across borders and disciplines to advance their research, teaching, and professional engagements. Explore how we can further partner with you on your global activities.
General Resources
We are dedicated to providing strategic guidance, information, and support to Penn faculty and staff to advance the University’s global initiatives. Explore the number of resources and services Penn Global offers.
Global Travel & Operations
Global Support Services (GSS) supports the administrative and business functions of the University’s international activities including, but not limited to, the areas of risk, labor, tax, and compliance. Additionally, GSS manages the University’s at-risk travel policy.
GSS works closely with International Risk Management, Office of General Counsel, and Research Services, among many others to advise and support central organizations, Schools, and centers on new and ongoing international activities.
Contact Penn Global
If you have any questions or feedback regarding any of the funding opportunities highlighted above, please let us know! Contact Penn Global at global@upenn.edu with your inquiry and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.