Resources and Financial Support
Prospective applicants: Please see the Geophysics Admissions website for information about funding Geophysics Graduate Admissions
External Funding
Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply for external fellowships, such as the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Department of Defense, NASA, Krell Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate and Hertz fellowships. If the external fellowship is not sufficient to cover the standard department support level, a supplement will be provided by the University, the department or a research advisor. These fellowships strongly enhance your resume for your future career.
Fellowship & Grant Opportunities
Geophysics has a travel and conference fund to support students who travel in relation to the academic work they are doing. Students receive up to $1500 in support during their time as a graduate student at Stanford.This can be to deliver a research paper to a professional meeting or to conduct field work related to the research project you are doing to earn your degree. Funds are generally limited to one time per student during their time as students in department. Students should apply using this link.
Stanford Support Programs
The University has created programs specifically for graduate students dealing with challenging financial situations. More information can be found on their website: Stanford Financial Aid Support Programs. Payroll deduction information can be found on this website: Payroll Deduction
Breadth Requirement (formally called Second Project) Funding
The Department provides up to $2,500 to be used for the breadth requirement. The funds can be used to support research and to present results. Students should consult with their advisor and secondary research advisor for guidance on funding support.
Laptop Computer
In AY 25-26 Geophysics will provide new students with $2500 to be used towards purchasing a new laptop. Laptops shall be purchased via Geophysics Administrative Associates. If the $2500 is not used for computers then the amount can be used by faculty advisor for travel for student. Students should contact Clark Campagna, Assistant Director of Student Services, for more information.
Additional Support at Stanford
Explore the wide range of funding opportunities available to Geophysics graduate students
SDSS Graduate Student Research Grant
Created to fund innovative, pioneering research projects that would not be possible without these grants.
VPGE Fellowship & Funding
Supporting individual doctoral students, student groups, and department-based projects that promote innovation, diversity, and excellence in graduate education.
Morrison Institute for Population and Resource Studies
Encouraging interdisciplinary approaches in areas related to the global issues of growth in world population, changes in the environment, use of resources, and attainment of sustainable economic development.
Learn more about this instituteThe Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
Provides funding for student-initiated research and for student participation in conferences
Learn more about this fundingMore questions?
If you have questions, please contact Ronda Fenton, fenton@stanford.edu.