American Heart Association Institutional Awards for Undergraduate Student Training
AHA funds institutional programs to provide mentored undergraduate research experiences in cardiovascular and brain health, emphasizing diversity, robust mentorship, and alignment with AHA's mission.
Funder: American Heart Association
Due Dates: September 9, 2026 (Full application, 3:00 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $165,000 total over 3 years per institution; supports 2–5 undergraduates/year for stipends, travel, and admin costs.
Summary: Institutional grants to support undergraduate research experiences aligned with AHA’s mission, emphasizing diversity and mentorship.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted via ProposalCentral; AHA Professional Membership required at submission.
Description
This program provides institutional awards to qualified U.S. research institutions to create and administer undergraduate research training experiences that align with the mission of the American Heart Association (AHA). The goal is to encourage students from all disciplines to consider research careers by supporting meaningful, mentored research experiences, with a strong emphasis on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. The program funds stipends, conference travel, and administrative coordination, and requires robust mentorship and reporting structures.
