[American Speech-Language-Hearing Association](https://www.asha.org)

May 11, 2026

Award includes ASHA Convention registration, 6 nights lodging, and a program stipend; ~40 students selected annually.

Student leadership program supporting leadership skill development and networking for students in communication sciences and disorders.

Applicants may only apply to one eligible ASHA student program per year.

--- ## Description The ASHA Student Leadership Program (MSLP) is designed for undergraduate seniors, graduate, and doctoral students in communication sciences and disorders (CSD). The program focuses on developing leadership skills, providing insight into the workings of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and facilitating meaningful interaction with leaders and peers in audiology, speech-language pathology, and related fields. MSLP participants benefit from targeted educational programming, exclusive networking opportunities, and access to resources to advance their educational and professional trajectories. --- ## Due Dates - **May 11, 2026:** Full application deadline (submit completed online application and required PDF documents) --- ## Funding Amount - The award package includes: - Complimentary registration for the 2026 ASHA Convention - 6 nights of lodging (November 16–22, 2026) - Program stipend (amount not specified) - Approximately 40 students are selected each year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - Enrolled as an undergraduate senior, master’s, or AuD student in a CSD program, or - A post-entry-level SLP student enrolled in a clinical (SLPD) or research (PhD) doctoral degree program in Fall 2026 - Open to students from all cultural backgrounds. - Applicants may only apply to one of the following ASHA programs per year: MSLP, Audiology/Hearing Science Research Travel Award (ARTA), or Research Mentoring-Pair Travel Award (RMPTA). - Membership in National NSSLHA and/or ASHA graduate student membership required for free Convention registration. --- ## Application Process - Submit an [online application](https://ashaprograms.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/2607/home) by May 11, 2026. - Required materials (PDF format only): - Completed application form - 500-word essay reflecting on your leadership journey and influences - Statement of good standing (on CSD department letterhead or graduate school acceptance letter) - Leadership-focused resume (max 2 pages) - Up to 40 students are selected by a panel review based on essay quality and leadership experience. - Selected applicants will be notified in August or September. --- ## Additional Information - The 2026 MSLP program will be held November 16–22, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. - Full participation in the 6-day program is mandatory (exceptions for academic conflicts may be granted). - PhD students are required to attend a dedicated networking event. - Participants are responsible for travel to/from Indianapolis and personal expenses not covered by the program. --- ## External Links - [Program and application details](https://www.asha.org/students/mslp-award/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.asha.org/students/mslp-faqs/) - [Online application portal](https://ashaprograms.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/2607/home) - [ASHA student awards page](https://www.asha.org/students/awards/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |---------------------|-------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [mslp@asha.org](mailto:mslp@asha.org) | | ASHA main office | 800-638-8255 | | Funder contact page | [ASHA Contact](https://www.asha.org/contact) | ---

The MSLP

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