James E. West Fellowship
The James E. West Fellowship from the Acoustical Society of America supports graduate research in acoustics for students dedicated to advancing access and opportunity in STEM.
Funder: Acoustical Society of America
Due Dates: 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, offered by the Acoustical Society of America (ASA), provides substantial financial support to graduate students in acoustics. Named in honor of James E. West—a pioneer in the field and champion for diversity—the fellowship seeks to empower students whose backgrounds, experiences, and ambitions demonstrate a commitment to increasing access and opportunity within STEM. The fellowship supports students pursuing advanced degrees in any branch of acoustics, including both theoretical and applied science and engineering.
