James E. West Fellowship
The James E. West Fellowship supports U.S. graduate students conducting research in any field of acoustics, with a focus on advancing access and opportunity in STEM.
Funder: Acoustical Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline) | March 2027 (Reference letters deadline)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 stipend for one academic year (renewable for a second year); up to $1,000 for ASA meeting travel
Summary: Supports U.S. graduate students in acoustics whose experiences and goals align with advancing access and opportunity in STEM.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and enrolled in/accredited to a graduate program in acoustics.
Description
The James E. West Fellowship, established by the Acoustical Society of America (ASA), provides financial support to graduate students in the field of acoustics. This fellowship honors the legacy of James E. West, a pioneering acoustician and advocate for diversity in STEM, by supporting students whose backgrounds, lived experiences, and aspirations align with increasing access and opportunity in STEM fields. The fellowship is intended for students pursuing graduate-level degrees in any area of acoustics, including both pure and applied sciences and engineering.
