1 Scholar

Selected recipient

PsyD or PhD

Eligible psychology degree from an APA-approved program

Eligible fields of psychology

The doctoral award supports candidates committed to clinical practice, advanced behavioral inquiry, and community mental wellness.

Clinical & Counseling PsyD

Research & Academic PhD

Community Mental Health

Doctor of Psychology students who are committed to direct clinical intervention, diagnostic practice, and expanding mental healthcare access in underserved communities.

Doctor of Philosophy students pursuing empirical research in cognitive, behavioral, neurodevelopmental, or organizational psychology at accredited institutions.

Scholars researching public health intersections, community psychological trauma, and cultural equity in modern mental wellness practices.

Application Stages

Path to the doctoral scholarship award

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Eligibility Verification

Proposal & Portfolio

Committee Selection

Confirm active enrollment or acceptance in an accredited PsyD or PhD psychology curriculum and review all residency criteria.

Submit graduate transcripts, your doctoral research statement or clinical vision, and two faculty recommendations.

Our academic advisory committee conducts finalist interviews to name the singular recipient of the $20,000 scholarship.

Fill out the required application. We invite nominations, faculty referrals, and student applications.