Resident Grants - American College of Radiation Oncology

Seed Grants

The ACRO Resident Committee is acutely aware of the benefit that monetary support can provide for members. Given the increased difficulty in obtaining funding, the Resident Committee provides a variety of grants and scholarships for resident members.

Click here to see a list of past winners.

ACRO Seed Grants: Empowering Resident Innovation

The ACRO Seed Grant program is a foundational funding initiative designed to bridge the gap between a great idea and a completed project. By providing early-stage financial support, ACRO aims to empower resident physicians to take ownership of their research, foster mentorship relationships, and contribute meaningful data to the field of radiation oncology.

Why apply?

Kickstart Your Research. Secure the necessary funds for data access, software, or specialized materials.
Professional Development: Gain experience in grant writing and project management—essential skills for academic careers.
Visibility: Present your findings to leaders in the field at the ACRO Annual Meeting.
Flexibility: Use the funds to directly support your research costs or to facilitate travel to "The Radiation Oncology Summit

Grant Details

ACRO will provide four $1,000 grants for research projects in radiation oncology.

Funding Structure: Of the $1,000 awarded, $500 is issued to fund the research project. The remaining $500 is awarded three months later as a second installment or can be used for travel to the ACRO Annual Meeting (The Radiation Oncology Summit) in 2027.
Timeline: Recipients are notified 1–2 months after submission. The first installment is issued within two weeks of notification.
Reporting Requirements: *Interim Report: Due by January 12, 2027, or via an abstract submission to the ACRO Annual Meeting.
- Final Report: Due in early May 2027.

Note: Final acceptance and disbursement of funds is subject to review by the ACRO Scholarship Committee and Board of Chancellors.

Eligibility & Application Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must be ACRO members in good standing at a U.S. residency program and identify a primary mentor for their project.

→ Apply using the form at the bottom of this page (Deadline to apply is April 17, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST)

Submissions will be assessed, and grants will be awarded by members of the ACRO Resident Committee with input from the Board of Chancellors as needed.

Please contact Fraser Cobbe, ACRO Executive Director, with any questions or issues.

Required Documentation:

Project Proposal - A detailed research plan (max 5 pages) including background, hypothesis, design, and methods. Limit references to 25.
Letter of Support - From your Project Mentor, outlining their commitment and oversight.
Project Expenses: A detailed list of anticipated costs using this form.
Program Director Acknowledgement: Please have your Program Director fill out this form.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Your current professional history.

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Project Proposal *
Letter of Support from the Project Mentor *
Project Expenses *
Completed Residency Program Director Form *
Applicant's Curriculum Vitae *

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