The Young Investigator Awards competition provides young scientific investigators of promise with an opportunity to present their cutting-edge research. At ACC.26, 15 finalists will battle it out in the Basic and Translational Science, Clinical Investigations and Outcomes Research categories. The winner in each category receives a $2,000 prize, the runners-up receive $1,000 and 3 honorable mentions in each category receive $500. All 15 finalists receive up to $1,500 in reimbursement to attend the YIA competition at ACC's Annual Scientific Session.

Who is eligible?

• Physicians, scientists, medical students, and other healthcare providers currently in residency or fellowship programs or no more than three years out of training.
• PhD, PharmD or DNP candidates who are no more than three years out of training.
• Note: Candidates will be eligible for this award up to four years after completion of training if more than three months of family or sick leave was taken during training or in the first three years after completion of training.

How do I apply?

The program will open again in July of 2025. If you wish to be notified when the online application is available, please enter your contact information.

Questions may be directed to awards@acc.org.