[American College of Sports Medicine Foundation](https://www.acsm.org/foundation)

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

$5,500; 1 award annually; visit duration 1–2 months

Supports international exchanges to enhance scientific expertise and professional development for sports medicine professionals.

ACSM membership is not required; applicants must partner with an ACSM member host.

--- ## Description This grant encourages creative international exchanges that promote the acquisition of technical expertise and/or scientific knowledge by professionals in sports medicine and exercise science. The award is designed to foster professional activities—primarily research, but also other initiatives—that advance the standing and reputation of scientists through collaboration with an ACSM member host. The visit should ideally coincide with the ACSM Annual Meeting, and the host institution assists with housing and necessary travel documentation. The program aims to open new avenues for professional growth and international collaboration in the field. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,500 per award - 1 award given annually - Funded visit duration: 1–2 months (to be completed before December 31 of the award year) - Funds are intended to cover travel, housing, and project costs associated with the international exchange --- ## Eligibility - Open to professionals in ACSM-recognized disciplines with at least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) - ACSM membership is **not** required - Applicants from the US/Canada must travel to a host institution outside the US/Canada; applicants from other countries must travel to a US or Canadian institution - The host scientist must be an ACSM member (applicant must secure their own host; ACSM does not provide host matching) - Applicants must possess a valid passport expiring more than six months after the visit - Previous recipients of this award are not eligible - Preference is given to early-career applicants and those whose projects will foster new research/professional opportunities in their home country --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [ACSM Foundation Application Portal](https://acsm.secure-platform.com/site/) - Required materials typically include: - Project proposal (outlining objectives, activities, and importance of the visit) - CVs of both applicant and host scientist - Confirmation of the host’s ACSM membership and ability to support visa/travel documentation - Plan for the visit to coincide with the ACSM Annual Meeting, if possible - The grant recipient must: - Attend the ACSM Annual Meeting in the award year - Submit a brief report within one year of the visit’s conclusion - Acknowledge ACSM Foundation support in all resulting publications/creative works --- ## Additional Information - The grant is not transferable to another host institution. - The host institution assists with housing (costs come from grant funds) and visa/travel documentation. - If the visit cannot coincide with the ACSM Annual Meeting, the recipient is responsible for any additional travel costs. - Awards are considered taxable income; recipients may receive a Form 1099-MISC. - For US-bound visits, a J1 type IAP-66 Visa may be required; confirm with the host institution before applying. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://acsm.org/foundation/funding/leadership-training-awards/knuttgen-international-scholar-award/) - [ACSM Foundation Grants Overview](https://acsm.org/foundation/funding/) - [ACSM Foundation Application Portal](https://acsm.secure-platform.com/site/) - [ACSM Membership Information](https://acsm.org/membership/join/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ACSM Foundation | [foundation@acsm.org](mailto:foundation@acsm.org) | | Phone | 317-637-9200 | | More Info | [ACSM Foundation Leadership Contact Page](https://www.acsm.org/foundation/about/leadership) |

Howard G. "Skip" Knuttgen International Scholar Grant

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