[Association for Women in Mathematics](https://awm-math.org)

August 2026: Nomination period opens (projected) | September 2026: Nomination deadline (projected)

Up to three awards annually; each recipient receives $500 and recognition at the Joint Mathematics Meetings.

Recognizes up to three outstanding PhD dissertations by female mathematical scientists defended within the previous 24 months.

--- ## Description The AWM Dissertation Prizes, established by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM), are awarded annually to honor up to three exceptional PhD dissertations in the mathematical sciences presented by female researchers. The awards are intended to recognize the excellence of the dissertation itself, as determined by an expert committee. Recipients are acknowledged at the Joint Mathematics Meetings and featured in the AWM Newsletter. --- ## Due Dates - August 2026 (anticipated): Nomination period opens - September 2026 (anticipated): Nomination period closes / final submission deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to three dissertation prizes are awarded each year. - Each recipient receives $500. - Awardees are recognized at the Joint Mathematics Meetings and featured in the AWM Newsletter. --- ## Eligibility - The nominee must be a female mathematical scientist. - The dissertation must have been defended within the last two years (from September 15, YEAR-2 to September 14, YEAR, where YEAR is the current award year). - The nominee must either: - Be a US citizen, or - Have graduated from a university in the US. - Nominees must be living at the time of nomination. - Nominations of women from underrepresented minorities are especially encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Nominations may be submitted by anyone (any gender, not limited to AWM members). Self-nominations are allowed. - Nominations are submitted via [MathPrograms.org](http://mathprograms.org/): - Select “View Programs,” find “Association for Women in Mathematics,” and click “Nominate” next to the AWM Dissertation Prize. - Required nomination packet: - One to three-page nomination letter highlighting the dissertation’s research. - Copy of the dissertation and/or a link to access it. - Two supporting letters. - Curriculum vitae (max three pages). - Additional information may include: - Publication record, impact evidence, presentations, recognition, citations, applications, patents, and the dissertation’s contribution to mathematics. - All submitted materials become property of AWM. --- ## Additional Information - The award is based solely on the dissertation, not on broader work or achievements. - The prize is presented at the Joint Mathematics Meetings each January. --- ## External Links - [AWM Dissertation Prize Program Page](https://awm-math.org/awards/awm-dissertation-prize/) - [MathPrograms.org Nomination Portal](http://mathprograms.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | AWM Administrative Specialist | 401-455-4042 | | Email | [awm@awm-math.org](mailto:awm@awm-math.org) | ---

AWM Dissertation Prizes

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