Raymond H. Stetson Scholarship

Name: Raymond H. Stetson Scholarship in Phonetics

Award Amount: $1,500

Information And Eligibility:
The Raymond H. Stetson Scholarship in Phonetics is a competitive academic award created to support graduate students and early-career researchers who are engaged in advanced study and original research in the field of phonetics. Named in honor of Raymond Herbert Stetson, a pioneering figure in speech science, this scholarship recognizes scholars whose work contributes meaningfully to the scientific understanding of speech sounds, including their physical production, acoustic structure, and perceptual processing.

This scholarship is intended for individuals pursuing graduate-level education or early research careers in linguistics, phonetics, speech science, communication sciences, cognitive science, or closely related disciplines. Eligible applicants are typically enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program, though advanced undergraduate students conducting substantial phonetic research under faculty supervision may also be considered depending on the strength of their proposal and academic background.

Applicants must demonstrate a strong academic foundation in phonetic theory and methodology, along with a clear research focus that aligns with the scholarship’s mission. Research topics may include articulatory phonetics, acoustic phonetics, speech perception, experimental phonology, speech motor control, or related interdisciplinary areas that advance knowledge of human speech. Preference is given to projects that employ innovative experimental designs, novel analytical techniques, or interdisciplinary approaches that push the boundaries of traditional phonetic research.

The selection committee places significant emphasis on the quality and originality of the proposed research. Applicants are expected to clearly articulate their research questions, theoretical framework, methodology, and anticipated contributions to the field. Proposals should demonstrate feasibility, scholarly rigor, and relevance to ongoing conversations within phonetics and speech science. Projects that show potential for publication or broader academic impact are particularly competitive.

In addition to supporting research activity, the Raymond H. Stetson Scholarship serves as a professional recognition within the academic community. Receiving this award signals strong promise as a researcher and may enhance future opportunities for conference presentations, publications, fellowships, or doctoral funding. Scholarship funds may be used to support research-related expenses, academic materials, or other costs that directly contribute to the completion of the proposed study.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in a graduate program or be an early-career researcher in linguistics, phonetics, speech science, or a related field.
• Must be conducting or proposing original research in phonetics or speech science.
• Must demonstrate strong academic preparation and research capability.
• Research focus should align with phonetic theory, experimentation, or analysis.

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application.
• Curriculum vitae outlining academic background and research experience.
• Research proposal of approximately 1,000–1,500 words describing the proposed study and its significance.
• Letter of recommendation from an academic advisor, mentor, or faculty supervisor.

Deadline: October

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