[American Astronomical Society](https://aas.org)

January 2027 (FAMOUS Travel Grants application deadline to attend an AAS meeting)

Up to $1,000 per award; supports travel, meals, and lodging for a single AAS meeting.

Supports AAS members from underrepresented groups to attend and present research at Society meetings by offsetting travel-related expenses.

Registration fees are not covered; recipients may only receive one grant every three years.

--- ## Description The FAMOUS Travel Grants, administered by the American Astronomical Society (AAS), are designed to increase the participation of astronomers from groups underrepresented in the field by providing financial support to attend and present at AAS meetings. The grant covers travel, meals, and lodging expenses (but not registration fees), enabling broader engagement and representation within the astronomical community. Priority is given to AAS members who are minorities, scientists at small colleges, non-traditional students, veterans, and others from historically underrepresented backgrounds. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated/projected): FAMOUS Travel Grants application deadline to attend an AAS meeting *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each award provides up to $1,000 to offset travel, meals, and lodging expenses for attending a single AAS meeting. - Meeting registration fees are not covered. - Recipients are eligible to apply only once every three years. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be current AAS members. - While all members may apply, priority is given to: - Members of historically underrepresented groups in astronomy (e.g., minorities, veterans, non-traditional students, scientists at small colleges). - Applicants must plan to present their research at the AAS meeting. - Individuals who have received a FAMOUS grant within the past three years are not eligible to reapply until three years have passed. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the AAS FAMOUS Travel Grants program page. - Required materials typically include: - Personal and professional information, - Statement of need and impact, - Details about the research to be presented. - All applicants are guaranteed the early-bird registration fee for the meeting. - For questions regarding the application or eligibility, applicants should contact the program administrator (see Contact Information below). --- ## Additional Information - The grant is intended to expand access and diversity at AAS meetings. - Recipients are expected to use the funds for travel, meals, and lodging only. - Applicants are encouraged to check the [AAS FAMOUS Travel Grants page](https://aas.org/grants-and-prizes/famous-travel-grants) for the most current information and updates on application cycles. --- ## External Links - [AAS FAMOUS Travel Grants Program Page](https://aas.org/grants-and-prizes/famous-travel-grants) - [AAS General Funding Opportunities](https://aas.org/subjects/general-funding-opportunities) - [AAS Meetings Information](https://aas.org/meetings) - [AAS Membership Support](https://aas.org/advocacy/membership-support) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [stacey.carson@aas.org](mailto:stacey.carson@aas.org) | | AAS Main Office | [Contact Form](https://aas.org/contact) | | Phone | +1 202-328-2010 | | Address | 1667 K Street NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20006, USA | ---

FAMOUS Travel Grants

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