American Heart Association (AHA) - Predoctoral Fellowship

An overview of the American Heart Association's 8- to 10-week summer research program for college students interested in STEMM careers.

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DeadlineAugust 4, 2026; Award notification: December 2026; Proposal Central open: July 1, 2026; Proposal Central open: May 15, 2026; January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2026

Award amount$43 million; $29,364 annual stipend; $29,364 stipend per year; $2,000 annual project support; $2,000 project support per year; $2,000 per year for project support; $4,550 for health insurance per year; $4,550 per year for health insurance

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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American Heart Association (AHA) - Predoctoral Fellowship RFP

Request for Proposals for the AHA Predoctoral Fellowship, detailing purpose, eligibility, key dates, award amounts, and application requirements.

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Deadline

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Award amount

$29,364 annual stipend

Eligibility

Enrolled in a post-baccalaureate PhD, MD, DO, DVM, PharmD, DDS, DrPH, or PhD in nursing, public health, or equivalent doctoral program.; Full-time student.; Must have completed initial coursework by award activation.; U.S.-based non-profit institutions.; Must hold specific U.S. citizen or visa status at time of submission and award.

Requirements

Applicant must be an AHA Professional Member at time of submission.; Three letters of reference required, uploaded by referent.; Mentor must be an established investigator.; Proposals must be submitted electronically via ProposalCentral.; Disclosure of AI/LLM tool usage is required.

Application materials

Research Plan (5-page limit); Biosketch (Part A - Personal Statement); Mentor's Training Plan; Reference Reports; AHA Application Instructions (PDF)

How to apply

Submit proposals electronically via ProposalCentral.; System opens eight weeks prior to deadline.; Create required documents in advance.; Ensure institutional representative signature.

Important dates

RFP posted: April 28, 2026; ProposalCentral open: July 1, 2026; Proposal deadline: August 4, 2026; Award notification: December 2026; Award start: January 1, 2027

Documents

AHA Application Instructions (PDF); Reference Report form template

Contact

Membership: +1-888-242-2453 or 972-349-5803

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