The Graduate Council Fund

The Graduate Council Fund provides financial support for academic, professional, and social events created by and intended for UChicago graduate students. The fund supports events that foster intellectual, professional, and social engagement across the graduate student community.

Funding is not guaranteed. Registered Student Organizations (RSO’s) and other organizations can only receive funding for one initiative per academic year. Applicants are encouraged to apply for funding in advance. Applications will be reviewed quarterly as long as funding remains.

Applications for Winter Quarter are due Monday, December 1 at 5:00 p.m.

Funding Criteria
This grant is only able to fund catering, venue costs, and other UChicago facility fees up to $2,000.00.

 ELIGIBILITY to apply for funding:

• • Must be a currently enrolled, full-time graduate student from any academic division or professional school.
  • Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing.
  • Event must be open for all graduate students across academic units.
  • Encouraged to apply in groups, but may apply individually or as a representative for an RSO (Registered Student Organization) or other organization.
  • Must submit complete application by deadline.

Funding is INELIGIBLE for: 

• • Individuals
  • Initiatives exclusive to members within a particular course, organization, group, or unit.
  • Initiatives affiliated with organizations outside of the university.
  • Initiatives that are not led by and targeted to UChicago graduate students.
  • Reimbursements for purchases associated with past events.

Questions? Review our FAQ.