2026 Travel Grant Program

The ASMEA Travel Grant Program provides funds primarily to Ph.D. students, post-Docs, and junior faculty studying the Middle East or Africa interested in presenting their research at the Annual ASMEA Conference. Funds provided through this program may be used to cover any expenses associated with attending the Annual ASMEA Conference to be held in Washington, D.C. The program supports researchers presenting new and unpublished research relevant to ASMEA's areas of study. Applications must include a paper proposal that represents original research in any academic discipline related to Middle East or African studies. Awards range from $500 to $750 and can be used for hotel, conference registration, transportation, and related costs. The grant does not cover the cost of annual membership. All grant applicants are eligible to win only one grant of any kind in 2026.