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This scholarship aims to support a doctoral student in an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology who intends to pursue board certification in clinical psychology following their training and licensure. Clinical psychology is both a general practice and a health service provider specialty in professional psychology. Clinical psychologists provide professional services for the diagnosis, assessment, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of psychological, emotional, psychophysiological, and behavioral disorders across the lifespan.

Eligibility:

Award applicants must be a current student at any phase (including internship) in an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology.

Nomination Process:

• Expressed motivation for a career in clinical psychology
• Specified goals directed toward a career in clinical psychology
• Articulated plan to seek board certification in clinical psychology following completion of postdoctoral work
• All nominations will be due by April 1 .
• ABCP President will appoint an Awards Committee to review nominees.
• Awards Committee will recommend nominees to be selected by the ABCP Board of Directors.

ABCP Student Scholarship winners will be announced annually on ABPP social media, in On Board with Professional Psychology , and displayed on the Academy of ABCP website. Honorees will receive a letter of recognition. American Board of Clinical Psychology will provide the honorees’ ABPP early entry fee to support their future pursuit of board certification and $100 to defray costs of educational materials.

In partnership, Society of Clinical Psychology, Division 12 of APA, will provide the honoree a one-year student membership to Division 12 and Section 10: Graduate Students and Early Career Psychologists.

Please contact Dr. Debra Chen via the contact form with questions.

The number of scholarships awarded each year will be determined based on available funding.

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IMPACT Scholarships for Clinical Psychology PhD and PsyD Programs

A total of $1 million in IMPACT PhD and PsyD Scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $15,000 will be awarded to psychology students pursuing a graduate degree at CSPP. If you're a new student who meets all admission requirements and have been fully admitted into an academic program within CSPP for the August/fall 2023 term, we encourage you to apply for this generous psychology scholarship fund. 

Applicants must complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. The essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant pillars: education for professional practice, scholarship, multicultural and international competence, and community engagement. The scholarship application is available through the student portal. Priority deadline February 21, 2023.

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CSPP IMPACT Scholarship 2023-2024 Frequently Asked Questions

How many dollars in scholarship awards are available for the cspp impact scholarship.

Alliant is offering a combined total of $1 million for the CSPP IMPACT graduate student scholarship for the 2023-2024 academic year. Individual psychology scholarship awards range from $5,000 to $15,000.

Who is eligible to apply for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship?

All active applicants to CSPP academic programs at Alliant’s graduate school psychology who will be new campus based (ground) students starting in the August/fall 2023 term are eligible to apply for the scholarships. Prospective students must have an active admissions application on file at Alliant to apply for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship.

How do I apply for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship?

The application for the scholarship is available through the student portal. 

Applicants must complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. The essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant pillars: education for professional practice, scholarship, multicultural and international competence, and community engagement.

When is the scholarship application due?

The priority deadline for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship is 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 21, 2023. If after initial awarding decisions are made there are remaining funds, additional applications submitted after the priority deadline may be considered.

Are there GPA requirements to apply for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship?

Yes, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to apply for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship.

How are scholarship awarding decisions for the scholarship made?

Applicant essays are reviewed and rated using a rubric scale and awarded up to five points for the quality of the essay by members of the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship committee. Each applicant essay is rated by two separate reviewers and the ratings are combined and averaged for an overall essay score. The reviewer process is anonymous to both the applicant and the rater to ensure a fair process.

Who is on the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship committee that makes the awarding decisions?

The IMPACT Scholarship committee may include the dean, the program directors, and members of the student engagement team. 

What impact does my GPA have on awarding decisions for the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship?

Applicant GPA determines awarding levels at the clinical psychology doctoral level: 

• Clinical PhD and PsyD doctoral students entering with a 3.0-3.49 GPA are eligible for $10,000 awards. 
• Clinical PhD and PsyD doctoral students entering with a 3.5+ GPA are eligible for up to $15,000 awards. 
• Should the maximum number of awards at a specific level be reached, applicants may be considered for a lesser award amount.

Applicant GPA determines awarding levels for all other CSPP campus-based programs:  

• Master's and non-clinical doctoral students entering with a 3.0+ GPA are eligible for $5,000 awards

When will the scholarship awards be announced?

CSPP IMPACT Scholarship award winners will be announced in March 2023 . Recipients will receive a notification to their Alliant email indicating they have been selected for an award.

How is the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship disbursed?

Award funds will be disbursed in two equal disbursements in fall 2023 and spring 2024 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant; or for non-clinical doctoral degree programs and master’s level, four equal disbursements will be made. Disbursements will take place in August 2023, October 2023, January 2024, and March 2024, and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant.

What enrollment status and GPA requirements must be met to have the CSPP IMPACT Scholarship disbursed?

Award recipients must be enrolled full-time starting in the fall (August) 2023 term and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award.

Award recipients must achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher in fall 2023 for continued eligibility for award in spring 2024.

Award recipients must achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher in August 2023 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2023, January 2024, and March 2024.  

Why Choose Alliant International University?

The California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant International University is a pioneer in the field, with a 50-year legacy of educating behavioral health professionals. We provide hands-on experience, knowledgeable faculty members, and clinical practice that prepare you to succeed as a mental health professional and advocate.

Cultural competency is at the core of CSPP programs, with a focus on the understanding of and respect for the diversity of human relationships. We emphasize sensitivity and acceptance of all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, instilling a respect for human diversity and a mature personal and professional identity. Throughout your program you’ll learn ways to stay current with professional knowledge and practice in order to make a positive difference for clients and society.

Program goals are aligned with the four pillars of our culture: 

• Practice : You’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to competently deliver services as a mental health professional.
• Diversity : You’ll study with a diverse student population to prepare you to meet the needs of diverse communities.
• Community : You’ll engage in various communities through the application of the knowledge and skills learned during your program.
• Scholarship : You’ll add to the growing scholarship for mental health professionals.

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Psychology is one of the most popular degrees in the world. According to the National Center for Education Statistics , 126,900 bachelor’s degrees in Psychology in various specializations are conferred annually.

After earning your undergraduate degree, paying for a master’s and a Ph.D. program is an overwhelming challenge. In this article, we review some of the most impactful scholarships for students considering these programs – either due to the sheer magnitude of the scholarship prize or due to the low effort needed to be considered eligible.

May 2024 Deadline

The Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) Psychology Summer Institute – American Psychological Association

The MFP Psychology Summer Institute will be held on June 24-29, 2024, and applicants must submit their applications by May 1, 2024; selected fellows will be notified by early June 2024. A completed application form, along with a statement of purpose, concept paper, and two recommendations, among others, are required for consideration.

Selected fellows will benefit from the academic, professional and mentoring opportunities offered by APA, and these include guidance in grant proposal and dissertation writing, post-doctoral fellowship, project evaluation, and more.

National Register of Health Service Psychologists Credentialing Scholarship

Students interested in starting their career as National Register credentialed Health Service Psychologists are encouraged to apply for the Credentialing Scholarships for ECPs due May 15, 2024. This scholarship covers the application fee, allowing you to activate your credentials quickly. In addition to monetary gains, recipients also benefit from job opportunities, patient attraction, professional development, and networking. 

Applicants must be within ten years of graduating from a doctorate program. 

June 2024 Deadline

F.J. McGuigan Dissertation Award

Applicants to the F. J. McGuigan Dissertation Award must have completed their doctoral candidacy with dissertation approval on topics related to mental function. Application materials, including a project proposal with a timeline and budget, must be submitted by June 5, 2024. The $2,000 scholarship amount can be used for dissertation-related purposes.

CBQ Method Scholarship

Smoking and addiction cessation and its psychology are at the heart of the CBQ Method Research Sponsorship that awards $3,000 for qualified applicants. Note the quick decision with the deadline set on June 15, 2024, and the decision released by June 30, 2024.

Applicants must be enrolled in a psychology or cognitive behavioral therapy program with ongoing research on smoking and addiction cessation.

The American Psychological Foundation

APF offers 21 annual scholarship programs with amounts ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, with most adopting a June 26, 2024 deadline. Among the scholarships are: 

• Harry and Miriam Levinson Scholarship
• William and Dorothy Bevan Scholarship
• Charles and Carol Spielberger Scholarship
• Peter and Malina James & Dr. Louis P. James Legacy Scholarship
• Ruth G. and Joseph D. Matarazzo Scholarship

Application requirements include active APF membership, clarity and strength of research proposal, and academic performance and potential. Applicants who will use the scholarship for research purposes will be prioritized.

George C. Thornton, III Graduate Scholarship

The George C. Thornton III program applies to students enrolled in a prestigious Doctor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology program that exemplifies the scientist/practitioner model. Applicants must be student affiliates of Div. 14, have completed an accredited master’s degree, and not have previous scholarships. 

Applicants will be evaluated based on two merits. Scientific merit involves competence in research, such as superior performance in statistics, participation in seminars, and timely completion of master’s theses. Practitioner merit involves the application of theories in organizational settings. Scholarship applications will close after June 30, 2024.

July 2024 Deadline

Marian R. Stuart Grant

Early career psychologists are welcome to apply for the competitive Marian R. Stuart Grant , which focuses on graduate research about the connection between physical and mental health. Applicants vie for the award amount of up to $20,000 and must submit their complete application by July 10, 2024. Psychologists employed in medical schools will be given preferential consideration.

August 2024 Deadline

The Rachel Tanur Prize for Visual Sociology

The Rachel Tanur Memorial Prize for Visual Sociology is designed to encourage undergraduate and graduate students in the social sciences to present their findings on the social phenomenon of human existence in a visual medium. The next application period opens in August 2024.

The first-place winner will earn $2,500, the second-place winner $1,500, and the third-

place winner $500.

September 2024 Deadline

Bruce and Jane Walsh Grant

APF has established the Bruce and Jane Walsh Grant in Memory of John Holland to investigate the impact of personality, culture, and environment on work behavior and health. Eligible applicants are those affiliated with organizations for charitable and educational purposes. While this is open to all graduate students, priority will be given to early career psychologists with ten years or less post-doctoral. 

All requirements must be met and submitted by September 18, 2024 , to be considered for the 2025-2026 funding. Application materials include the project proposal, timeline, detailed budget, and justification. 

October 2024 Deadline

Predoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services – American Psychological Association

Graduate students enrolled full-time in APA-approved doctoral graduate programs in clinical, counseling and school psychology, among others, are eligible to apply; be sure to check the other application requirements. 

Selected fellows will receive the following monetary and non-monetary benefits:

• Up to three years of financial support, renewable annually 
• Travel support 
• Dissertation support and internship application assistance 
• Access to professional development opportunities and industry information and resources

Applications start October 1, 2024.

November 2024 Deadline

Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship

APF’s Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship program awards $25,000 for graduate psychology students involved in child psychology and its research. The deadline for application is November 27, 2024.

Applicants must have completed their doctoral candidacy while also having demonstrated a commitment to the field of child psychology. Special priority is given to students who demonstrate success in the following fields: Child Clinical Psychology, Pediatric, School Psychology, and Developmental Psychopathology.

December 2024 Deadline

The SMART Scholarship Program

Funded by the Department of Defense, the SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a combined academic and workforce development program. Applicants must submit a personal statement, proposed award details, and a privacy act statement, among others, and submit their complete application packets by December 1, 2024 (5 pm EST). 

Scholars receive generous benefits, including:

• Full tuition and other education-related expenses 
• Annual stipend $30,000-$46,000 
• Summer research internships 
• Up to $2,500/academic year health insurance allowance 
• Up to $1,000/academic year miscellaneous allowance

Scholars also receive one-on-one mentoring and DoD employment placement upon degree completion.

Rolling Basis/Year-round Deadlines

The F. Edward Hébert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)

The US Army offers among the most extensive scholarships available for its members pursuing advanced education and training in healthcare professions, including clinical psychology. Their scholarship programs are on a rolling basis. 

• The Clinical Psychology Internship Program is intended for active duty service members who have completed their Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree or a doctoral program in Counseling Psychology and who want to participate in advanced training and clinical experiences at a military medical facility.
• The Clinical Psychology Post-Doctoral Supervision Program and the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences Army Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program are for active duty service members and civilians in the five-year F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine’s Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology program .

These scholarships provide full tuition coverage, funding for school books, equipment and supplies, a $2,608 monthly stipend, up to $20,000 in signing bonus, and salary increases, among other perks.

The DoD National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Program

The DoD NDSEG Fellowship Program offers an incredibly extensive fellowship program for students seeking advanced education in cognitive, neural and behavioral sciences, among other fields of study. This program accepts applicants on a rolling basis. Selected fellows will be provided with the following financial support for three years:

• Full tuition and mandatory fees 
• Up to $5,000 travel budget 
• $3,600 monthly stipend 
• Minimum institutional health insurance coverage or private insurance up to $1,600

Between 150-350 fellowships will be awarded for all degree levels.

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program

Fellows of the NSF’s GRFP are outstanding graduate students pursuing their research-centric master’s and doctoral degrees in the STEM fields. 

NSF provides the following fellowship benefits for selected fellows:

• $16,000 coverage for tuition and fees directly paid to the institution 
• $37,000 annual stipend for three years 
• Access to unique professional development opportunities

This program accepts applicants on a rolling basis. Applicants must be at the early stages of their graduate career (i.e., no more than one academic year) and be either a US citizen or national or permanent resident, among other requirements.

Finding scholarships intended for graduate psychology students is the easy part! Speak with your academic advisors and mentors for any related opportunities. Be aware of the financial support options that your area of research has .

It also pays to maintain memberships in both the American Psychological Association and the American Psychology Foundation. Attend conferences to see what topics and lines of research are most successful within the organization and without. This is one of the best strategies for targeting a specific scholarship and preparing to win it!

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