US AAUW American Short Term Scholarship 2027 with $8,000 Research Funding

Researchers often face a difficult stage after completing their doctoral studies: turning years of research into publications that can influence policy, advance careers, and contribute to academic knowledge. Recognizing this challenge, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has opened applications for its American Short-Term Research Publication Grants 2027, offering financial support to women researchers preparing scholarly work for publication.

The program is one of the longest-running funding initiatives supporting women in academia and research in the United States. Through this grant, selected scholars receive financial assistance to focus on manuscript preparation, research refinement, revisions, and publication-related activities that strengthen the impact of their work.

What Does the AAUW Research Publication Grant Offer?

Selected recipients will receive:

• Research publication grant worth US$8,000
• Funding provided in a single payment at the beginning of the award period
• Support for drafting, revising, editing, and improving research manuscripts
• Funding for replication studies and addressing peer-review feedback
• Recognition through one of the oldest fellowship and grant programs supporting women scholars in the United States
• Opportunity to strengthen academic publication records and research visibility

Who Can Apply?

The grant is open to women researchers who meet the following requirements:

• Must identify as a woman
• Must hold one of the following terminal degrees at the time of application:
  • PhD
  • EdD
  • DBA
  • MFA
  • JD
  • MD
  • DMD
  • DVM
  • DSW
  • MPH
• Must be listed as the sole author, first author, or an author of equivalent significance on the publication being supported

Research Fields Eligible for Funding

Applications are accepted from scholars across all academic disciplines. However, AAUW particularly encourages applications from researchers working in:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Mathematics (STEM)
• Gender Studies
• Social Sciences
• Arts and Humanities
• Natural Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Research

What Makes an Application Competitive?

Review panels will evaluate applications based on:

• Academic excellence and scholarly achievements
• Originality and significance of research
• Potential contribution to the discipline
• Feasibility of publication plans
• Professional experience and research track record
• Commitment to advancing opportunities for women and girls

Additional consideration may be given to:

• First-generation university graduates
• Researchers studying gender-related topics
• Applicants from single-parent households
• Candidates who have overcome significant socioeconomic or educational barriers
• Researchers working in STEM disciplines

Application Timeline

Applications for the AAUW American Short-Term Research Publication Grants 2027 will officially open on 17 August 2026. Eligible women researchers will have until 30 September 2026 to submit their complete applications and supporting documents. Following a competitive review process by independent scholarly panels, successful candidates can expect to receive award notifications in April 2027.

Funding is scheduled to begin between July and September 2027, allowing recipients to focus on manuscript preparation and publication activities. Grantees will submit a mid-year progress report in December 2027, while the final report is due by 31 July 2028, marking the completion of the grant period.