Scholarships and Grants
The ACRP Scholarships and Grants Program supports the development of the clinical research workforce by helping current and future professionals access education, certification, and career-enhancing opportunities.
By reducing financial barriers to professional growth, these awards empower recipients to strengthen their skills, expand their expertise, and contribute to the advancement of clinical research.
Applications for the 2026-27 ACRP Scholarships and Grants Program are now open. ACRP encourages individuals from all backgrounds and career stages to apply.
ACRP Access for Students to Clinical Research Training (ASCRT) Scholarship Program
ASCRT Scholarships help aspiring clinical researchers access the education and training needed for a successful career. Available to students pursuing associate, undergraduate, or graduate degrees in clinical research programs, these scholarships help reduce financial barriers and create pathways into the clinical research workforce.
Career Entry Pathway
Designed for students enrolled in associate or undergraduate programs who are pursuing a career in clinical research, this scholarship provides financial support for foundational education and training in the field. By helping ease the financial burden of academic and professional development, the scholarship supports aspiring clinical research professionals as they prepare for successful careers and meaningful contributions to the advancement of clinical research.
Three $5,000 scholarships will be awarded. The deadline to apply is December 2, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria: This scholarship is open to ACRP members and nonmembers who are currently enrolled in an associate or undergraduate clinical research program.
Professional Growth Pathway
Designed for students enrolled in graduate-level programs in clinical research, this scholarship provides financial support for advanced education and training in the field. By helping ease the financial burden of continued academic and professional development, the scholarship supports recipients as they build on their existing knowledge and experience, strengthen their leadership potential, and contribute to the advancement of clinical research.
One scholarship of $5,000 will be awarded. The deadline to apply is December 2, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria: This scholarship is open to ACRP members and nonmembers currently enrolled in graduate-level clinical research programs.
ACRP Certification Scholarship
ACRP Certification is the clinical research profession’s most recognized credential for demonstrating competency, knowledge, and commitment to excellence. Earning an ACRP Certification validates your ability to conduct clinical research safely, ethically, and in alignment with ICH guidelines while distinguishing you as a trusted professional in the field.
To help make certification more accessible, the ACRP Certification Scholarship provides financial support for individuals pursuing one of ACRP’s flagship credentials: ACRP-CP®, CCRA®, CCRC®, or CPI®. The scholarship covers the certification application, exam, comprehensive exam preparation package, and one year of ACRP membership, helping reduce financial barriers to professional advancement while supporting a more diverse and inclusive clinical research workforce.
Ten $1,200 scholarships will be awarded. The deadline to apply is December 2, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria: This scholarship is open to ACRP members and nonmembers who demonstrate a commitment to a career in clinical research. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements to sit for one of ACRP’s certification exams (ACRP-CP®, CCRA®, CCRC®, or CPI®) at the time of application submission.
Scholarship Terms: Awardees must schedule and take their certification exam during one of the available exam cycles in the calendar year the scholarship is awarded. The scholarship covers one exam attempt. If a retake is needed, candidates may retest without reapplying but are responsible for all retest fees.
ACRP Continuing Education Grants
The ACRP Continuing Education Grant provides $2,000 to help clinical research professionals access the education, connections, and career development opportunities available at the ACRP 2027 Annual Conference, April 30 – May 3, 2027, in San Diego. Recipients will learn from industry experts, engage with peers from across the clinical research community, and gain valuable insights at the profession’s premier education and networking event.
The grant covers ACRP 2027 conference registration (a $999 value) and includes a travel stipend of up to $1,000 to help offset transportation and lodging expenses.
Ten $2,000 grants will be awarded. The application deadline is December 2, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria: This grant is open to ACRP members and nonmembers who are pursuing professional growth in clinical research or are currently enrolled in a clinical research program. For nonmembers selected to receive the grant, ACRP membership for the current membership year will be included.
Application Requirements
Applicants may apply for only one ACRP scholarship or grant per year. If applications are submitted to more than one program, ACRP reserves the right to disqualify the applicant from all scholarship and grant opportunities. To submit an application, you must have an ACRP account. Create a new account or verify whether you already have one here.
Award Notifications
ACRP will notify all applicants of their status via email no later than February 27, 2027.
Conflict of Interest
Scholarship and grant application reviewers will make every effort to avoid conflicts of interest by recusing themselves from the evaluation of any applicant known to them personally.
Questions?
Contact Kara Bastarache, CAE, Senior Manager, ACRP Workforce Development
Supporting Opportunities for Professional Growth
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ACRP is grateful to Peter the Protocol Reader for investing in the people who power clinical research. Learn more about ACRP’s “50 for 50” Campaign here.
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