Student Funding Opportunities
The Geo-Institute and ASCE Foundation are committed to supporting students with opportunities to attend and actively participate in the conference. Two funding opportunities are available for students: the Briaud Students Fund and the Student Career Fair Travel Grant.
Briaud Students Fund
The Briaud Students Fund, offered by the ASCE Foundation, provides ASCE student members with the opportunity to attend ASCE activities such as conferences, the annual convention, and other meetings. This competitive program helps students advance their career, education, and leadership within the profession, community, and ASCE.
For Geo-Congress 2026 (Salt Lake City, March 9–12, 2026), the application deadline is October 1, 2025.
Awards are competitive, cost-sharing is expected, and funds are paid after the event upon proof of expenses and submission of a report.
Student Career Fair Travel Grant
The Geo-Institute offers a Student Travel Grant for currently enrolled US students who are actively seeking employment and plan to attend the Career Fair at Geo-Congress 2026.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
- Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Location: Exhibit Hall, Salt Lake City, UT
Eligibility:
- Be a Geo-Institute student member.
- Be enrolled at a US college or university.
- Be actively seeking employment (internships, co-ops, or full-time).
- Be able to attend the Career Fair in person.
- Selected students (up to 60) will receive the grant only if they attend the Career Fair on March 10, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Important:
- The grant will be awarded after the event.
- Funds will be distributed once proof of attendance and required documentation are received.
Application for Student Career Fair Travel Grant will be available in late October 2025.