UC Davis Library Graduate Student Prize
About the Library Graduate Student Prize

The prize celebrates graduate student researchers who engage with the library to create outstanding scholarship. Up to three prizes will be awarded for original, unpublished scholarship created while the applicant is a graduate student, professional student or postdoctoral scholar at UC Davis.
Prize includes:
- $1,000 per selected project
- Recognition at a public prize ceremony held at Shields Library
- A prize letter from the University Librarian and Vice Provost of Digital Scholarship
Note: Prize payments are generally subject to federal tax. California residents may be subject to state tax.
Start Date for Accepting Submissions
Tuesday, October 1, 2025
Student Submission Deadline
Friday, December 4, 2025
Winner Notification
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Prize Ceremony
Wednesday, February 25, 2026