[American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation](https://www.ashfoundation.org)

November 2026 (full application deadline, projected)

Up to 15 scholarships of $10,000 each; additional awards for AAC and severe disabilities research

Supports doctoral students in communication sciences and disorders pursuing academic careers, with special recognition for AAC and severe disabilities research.

--- ## Description The New Century Scholars Doctoral Scholarship, offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation), is designed to support outstanding doctoral candidates in communication sciences and disorders who aspire to teacher-investigator careers in academic settings at U.S. universities or colleges. The program aims to nurture future leaders in the field by providing financial support to those committed to advancing research and education. Special scholarships are also available for students focusing on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), as well as those researching communication needs for individuals with severe disabilities. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to 15 scholarships of $10,000 each will be awarded for the 2026 cycle. - One additional scholarship for research in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). - One additional scholarship for research addressing communication needs of individuals with severe disabilities. - Awards are to be used for educational expenses (tuition, books, living expenses); not for travel. --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet the following criteria: - Accepted to, or currently enrolled in, a research doctoral program (PhD or equivalent) in communication sciences and disorders at a U.S. institution. - Clinical doctoral students (e.g., AuD, SLPD) are not eligible. - Must be a member of NSSLHA or ASHA at the time of application. - Committed to a teacher-investigator career in the U.S. academic community. - Students completing their doctoral program before May 2026 are not eligible for the November 2026 cycle. - Full-time students are prioritized, but part-time students will be considered. - Recipients who do not fulfill each eligibility requirement may be required to repay the award. --- ## Application Process Applicants must submit the following via the online application system: - **Student Information Form** (online) - **Letter of Application** (max 3 pages, single-spaced, PDF) addressing: - Motivation for doctoral study and career path - Academic study plans and post-graduation goals - Research interests and activities to date - Obstacles to career goals (if any) - **Modified Curriculum Vitae** (as appendix, not counted in page limit), covering: - Research and teaching interests/experience, presentations, publications, awards, and honors - **Department Information Form** (signed by program chair/director; [download PDF](https://www.ashfoundation.org/siteassets/2022-ncsds-department-information-form.pdf)) - **Transcript** (student version acceptable; must include GPA or official documentation) - **Two Confidential Letters of Recommendation**: - At least one from the applicant's department - Letters to be uploaded directly by recommenders via system invitation Applicants are responsible for ensuring all materials, including recommendations, are submitted by the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Special scholarships are available for research in augmentative and alternative communication and for work addressing the needs of individuals with severe disabilities. - Funding is strictly for educational expenses and cannot be used for personal or professional travel. --- ## External Links - [ASHFoundation New Century Scholars Doctoral Scholarship Program Page](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/new-century-scholars-doctoral-scholarship/) - [Department Information Form (PDF)](https://www.ashfoundation.org/siteassets/2022-ncsds-department-information-form.pdf) - [ASHFoundation Grants & Scholarships Overview](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/#Scholarships) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|---------------------------------------|------------------| | Foundation Programs | foundationprograms@asha.org | +1 301-296-8700 |

New Century Scholars Doctoral Scholarship

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