Applications are now being accepted for the Next Swell Scholarship.
Donor Name: The Next Swell
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Next Swell was created in part for the purpose of providing financial academic scholarships to exceptional students pursuing research and/or a degree in a marine science or marine conservation focused area.
The Next Swell® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed for the purpose of cultivating future generations of marine conservationists and scientists.
Funding Information
They will be awarding multiple scholarships of $5,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
- All applicants must be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident
- All applicants must be pursuing a graduate degree (Master’s or PhD).
- All applicants must be able to provide proof of attendance (i.e., academic transcript). If a student will be entering their first semester of graduate school in Fall 2026, proof of acceptance will be required.
- All applicants must have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- All scholarship funds must be used for tuition, fees, research fees, or course books and supplies that are required for enrollment at your educational institution.
For more information, visit The Next Swell.


