International Society Annual Meeting Travel Grant

International Society Annual Meeting Travel Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Academy of Dermatology
Last Updated: July 17, 2025

Summary

The International Society Annual Meeting Travel Grant supports dermatology residents and young dermatologists from the U.S. and Canada for travel to international meetings in Asia, Europe, and Latin America. This initiative fosters professional connections and learning opportunities. Eligible applicants must have completed at least one year of training and can only receive the grant once in their career. A signed recommendation letter from residency program directors is required for application.

Overview

The AAD offers grants for travel to international dermatology meetings. The grants are open to dermatology residents, fellows, or young dermatologists who are within five years of completing residency from the United States and Canada. The grants are for travel to dermatology meetings in Asia, Europe, and Latin America. The program offers participants an opportunity to meet foreign colleagues and establish long-lasting professional relationships. Dates and locations for upcoming eligible meetings can be found here.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Maximum of two applicants per residency program.One applicant per residency program per international meeting.One year of training or more must be completed by the time of the meeting.Individuals may receive an International Society Travel Grant only once during their careers.Residency program directors must provide applicants with a signed letter of recommendation (PDF preferred format), to be attached to online applications, which indicates approval of time off for society meetings. Prior to applying, all potential scheduling conflicts must be resolved to avoid taking the opportunity away from other applicants.No deferrals permitted. Eligible applicants may reapply the following year if unable to accept scholarship. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.