The ACSM Foundation awards two students annually for outstanding research contributions in exercise science, recognizing excellence and significant student involvement in advancing the field.
Funder: American College of Sports Medicine Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 per award; 2 awards given annually
Summary: Recognizes two students annually for outstanding research projects in exercise science, based on project quality and student involvement.
Key Information: Applicants must be ACSM national members and first authors/presenters of abstracts accepted at the ACSM Annual Meeting.
This award honors two students each year for the most outstanding research projects in exercise science, with recipients selected based on the quality of their work and their level of participation in the project. The program aims to highlight academic excellence and significant student contributions to the advancement of exercise science. Winners are encouraged to attend the ACSM Honors event at the ACSM Annual Meeting.