International Travel Grants
AAS International Travel Grants fund US astronomers' airfare to international scientific meetings, focusing on early-career researchers and enhancing US presence at global astronomy conferences.
Funder: American Astronomical Society
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 (Spring) | September 1, 2026 (Fall)
Funding Amounts: Airfare only; typically covers round-trip airline travel for one person per award period.
Summary: Supports airfare for US-based astronomers to attend international scientific meetings, prioritizing early-career and underrepresented applicants.
Key Information: Grant covers airfare only; travel must use US flag carriers whenever possible.
Description
This program, administered by the American Astronomical Society (AAS) and funded by the National Science Foundation, provides grants to cover airfare for individuals at US institutions to attend international scientific meetings. The grant aims to enhance US participation and visibility at significant international conferences, with a focus on supporting early-career researchers, those from smaller or underserved institutions, and individuals whose attendance is important for US representation in the global astronomical community. In years when the International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly is held, the program also funds travel for US astronomers to the Assembly and associated symposia. The award is strictly for airline travel and requires the use of US flag carriers whenever possible.
