Grants & Funding OpportunitiesACCA supports the professional development, leadership, and research of college counseling professionals through grant opportunities available to eligible ACCA members. Explore current opportunities below and visit the individual grant pages for complete eligibility requirements, application instructions, and deadlines. Emerging Leader GrantThe Emerging Leader Grant supports eligible graduate students and new professionals interested in becoming more involved with ACCA and the college counseling profession. Selected Emerging Leaders receive registration to the 2027 ACCA Annual Conference in Houston, Texas, along with up to $500 in travel reimbursement. Recipients also participate in leadership, service, and professional development opportunities with ACCA. 2026–2027 Application Deadline December 10, 2026 Research GrantsACCA Research Grants support research that advances the work of mental health professionals in colleges, universities, and other higher education settings. For 2026–2027, ACCA is offering two research funding opportunities: one grant of $1,000 and one grant of $500. The competition is open to professional and student members of ACCA. 2026–2027 Proposal Deadline December 13, 2026 ACCA MembershipACCA grant opportunities require eligible applicants to maintain ACCA membership. Eligibility requirements vary by opportunity, so applicants should review the complete requirements on the individual grant page before applying. Explore Current OpportunitiesVisit the individual grant pages for complete eligibility requirements, application materials, submission instructions, and contact information. | Coming Up |