[American College Personnel Association Foundation](https://foundation.myacpa.org)

July 2026 (Annual application deadline)

$500–$2,500 per project for one year; multi-year proposals considered case-by-case

Supports research that advances the student affairs profession and knowledge about college students in higher education.

--- ## Description The ACPA Foundation provides annual research grants to support projects that enhance and advance the student affairs profession and disseminate knowledge about college students in higher education. The program encourages collaborations between established scholars and junior scholars or practitioners, aiming to foster professional development, leadership, and scholarly growth within the field. Funded projects are expected to align with the mission and interests of the ACPA Foundation and contribute to the professional development of student affairs educators. Grant recipients are invited to present their research at the ACPA annual convention, either through the Foundation’s Research Grant Symposium or the convention’s peer review process. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated next deadline:** July 2026 - **Frequency:** Annual application cycle *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Typical award:** $500–$2,500 per project for one year - **Total annual funding available:** $10,000 (subject to change) - **Multi-year projects:** Considered on a case-by-case basis Funds may be used for: - Graduate student support - Travel for data collection - Transcription services - Data analysis software - Supplies, postage, and printing Travel to conferences for presentation/dissemination is **not** funded. --- ## Eligibility - **Applicants must be ACPA members.** - Research must align with the purposes and interests of ACPA (enhancing the student affairs profession and knowledge about college students). - Established scholars are encouraged to collaborate with junior scholars and practitioners. - Open to individuals or teams; multi-year projects may be considered. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare a proposal** including: - Project title - Project director’s name, institution, address, phone, and email - Project director’s CV or résumé (upload required) - Project description (up to 400 words each for purpose/goals, significance, literature/framework, methodology, relationship to ACPA Foundation interests) - Project timeline - Detailed budget 2. **Submit the proposal** via the [online application form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9kdfOa8ZzbXRQY1BbiouU6sJgj7EsDBJdBp2iQ_ZOkVJ92w/viewform). 3. **Evaluation criteria**: - Importance and usefulness to student affairs professionals - Strength and appropriateness of methodology - Significance and alignment with ACPA Foundation mission - Clearly outlined budget and financial need - Applicant’s background and experience --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation reserves the right to award less than the requested amount based on available funds. - Grant recipients may be invited to present their research at the ACPA annual convention. - Multi-year funding is possible but not guaranteed; inquire if proposing a multi-year project. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Full Guidelines](https://foundation.myacpa.org/transform/research-grants/) - [Online Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9kdfOa8ZzbXRQY1BbiouU6sJgj7EsDBJdBp2iQ_ZOkVJ92w/viewform) - [ACPA Foundation Home](https://foundation.myacpa.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email/Phone | Notes | |---------|-------------|-------| | ACPA Foundation Research Grants Program Coordinators | See [program page](https://foundation.myacpa.org/transform/research-grants/) for updated contacts | Direct inquiries regarding eligibility, application, or guidelines | ---

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