Awards Program

NCGE is now accepting proposals for the "What Works in Geography” (WWGE) 2025 grant cycle. This grant supports empirical research on student cognition and learning behaviors in geography education. The goal of the program is not to "address big questions," "develop a new curriculum," or "restructure a course." The aim is to take a rigorous look at a multitude of “little” research questions focused on specific geography education materials being developed or already in use in classrooms across the country. Please carefully review the call for proposal eligibility criteria and submission guidelines before completing this form. We look forward to learning about your project and its potential impact on the field of geography education. All proposals are due by December 15, 2025 at 11:59pm (ET).