The ASHRAE Graduate Student Grant-In-Aid Award funds graduate research in HVAC&R fields, supporting scientific advancement and student engagement with ASHRAE.
Funder: American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
Due Dates: March 2, 2027: Full application submission deadline (8:00 AM EST)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award, typically 10–25 awards/year; additional $1,500 honorarium for publication/presentation.
Summary: Supports full-time graduate students conducting research in heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning, or allied fields, with incentives for ASHRAE engagement and research dissemination.
Key Information: Past recipients are not eligible to reapply; official transcript required; award includes travel support for ASHRAE meetings.
This annual award provides financial support to full-time graduate students pursuing research in heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning (HVAC&R), or closely related fields. The program aims to foster professional growth, encourage involvement with ASHRAE, and promote research dissemination through Society meetings and publications. Funds may be used for personal expenses while conducting graduate-level research, and recipients are encouraged to participate in ASHRAE Society meetings. Additional recognition and an honorarium are available for students who publish or present their research through ASHRAE channels.