American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHF) - Graduate Student Research Grants

Official application and guidelines page for the ASHFoundation Speech Science Research Grant, a $10,000 award for new investigators in speech science.

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DeadlineApril 15, 2026; Winner announcement: November; Winner Announcement: September; Winner notification: September; September: Winner notification; Study start date: December 1, 2026; December 1, 2026: Study start date

Award amount$2,000; $1,000; $4,000; $2,500; $5,000; $35,000; $10,000; $25,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

Application

ASHFoundation Clinical Research Grant: Independent Research Studies

Official application and guideline page for the ASHFoundation Clinical Research Grant, supporting independent researchers in communication sciences and disorders.

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Deadline

Next program will be offered in 2027

Award amount

$50,000 for one year

Eligibility

Must have received a PhD or equivalent research doctorate within communication sciences and disorders or a related field.; Must demonstrate potential for and commitment to independent research.; Must have a clear plan for applying for extramural research support.; Research must have significance and direct application to audiology or speech-language pathology intervention or assessment practices.; Experienced investigators must explain why the work is a new effort not fundable by existing support.

Requirements

Proposals must be submitted as a single PDF document.; Must include Investigator Letter, Abstract, Research Plan, Management Plan, Budget, Biographical Sketch, and IRB documentation.; Must be completed within two years.; Must identify potential funding agencies and timelines for future grant proposals.; Must include a final report of activities and outcomes.

Application materials

Investigator Letter (2 pages); Abstract (1 page); Research Plan (12 pages); References and/or Appendices (6 pages); Management Plan (2 pages); Budget (2 pages)

How to apply

Complete an Intent to Submit Form (if required for the specific cycle).; Prepare proposal according to the stated guidelines.; Submit as a single PDF document.

Important dates

Winner Announcement: September; Recognition: November; Final Report Deadline: December 31, 2026 (or 2027 for two-year studies)

Contact

foundation@asha.org; foundationprograms@asha.org; 301-296-8700

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