AESEF: Graduate Studies Grants - The Emil Torick Award

AESEF: Graduate Studies Grants - The Emil Torick Award

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Audio Engineering Society Inc
Last Updated: April 02, 2026

Summary

The AESEF: Graduate Studies Grants - The Emil Torick Award is designed to support talented students pursuing advanced degrees in audio engineering. Named after Emil Torick, a pioneer in the field, this grant aims to honor students with exceptional career aspirations. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $5,000 and are paid directly to the graduate school. Eligible candidates must have completed an undergraduate degree and demonstrated a commitment to audio engineering.

Overview

NOTE: All students apply for a general graduate grant. The Scholarship Committee selects the student who best fits the description of each named scholarship. Audio Engineering Society Educational Foundation The Audio Engineering Society Educational Foundation is dedicated to encouraging the entry of talented students into the profession of audio engineering. Since its establishment in 1984, the Foundation has awarded grants for graduate studies to hundreds of exceptional applicants, many of whom have gone on to prominent and successful careers in the profession. Graduate Studies in Audio Grants - The Emil Torick Award The Emil Torick Award honors former long term AES Foundation President and founding member Emil Torick. This scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding student with exceptional career goals. Emil was the Vice President of CBS Labs, director of Visage Inc., and was the inventor of the Volumax, Audimax, and FMX. Emil held 16 patents and authored more than 60 technical publications. He served on the National Radio Systems Committee and was a member of the U.S. delegation to the International Radio Consultative Committee in Geneva, and was an Air Force officer in Korea. Emil also worked as a freelance violinist who performed with the Pittsburgh and Norwalk Symphonies, and was an organist and choir director. Funding Graduate studies grants are generally in the two to five thousand dollar range. Payment will be sent directly to the graduate school on behalf of the student’s tuition account

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. All applicants are required to have met these criteria:The successful completion of an undergraduate degree program (typically four years) at a recognized college or university A demonstrated commitment to audio engineering (or a related field) as a career choice Acceptance or a pending application for graduate studies leading to a masters or higher degree, or an internationally recognized equivalent Be a member in good standing of the Audio Engineering Society (any membership grade qualifies) Applications are accepted from students worldwide. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.