Psychology Scholarships

U.S. residents who are high school seniors, graduates, GED recipients, or current undergraduates with at least a 2.5 GPA pursuing education, counseling, social work, psychology, or nursing at an accredited college or vocational school may apply. Education, counseling, social work, and psychology applicants must commit to working in K-12 systems. Renewable awards of up to $5,000 per year for two-year or vocational programs, or up to $10,000 per year for four-year programs, may continue for up to four additional years. Up to 100 recipients may be selected. Submit academic records and three essays on educational goals, personal challenges, and plans for impact. Financial need is considered. DACA recipients are eligible.

Underrepresented students pursuing health professions degrees (MD, DO, MSW, DDS, PharmD, graduate-level nursing, or physician assistant) who show leadership and a commitment to research addressing health disparities in medically underserved communities may receive the United Health Foundation's Future Clinicians Scholarship through partner organizations such as National Medical Fellowships. The program provides $5,000 scholarships renewable for up to four years if eligibility is maintained (about 50 scholars). Applicants apply through partner channels, highlighting community service, research interest, and professional development, and must maintain eligibility for renewal.

Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in mental or behavioral health, nursing, or addiction medicine programs may apply. FHE Health awards two $5,000 Hope for Healing Scholarships annually, one for an undergraduate and one for a graduate student. Undergraduates need a 3.0 college GPA or 3.5 high school GPA; graduate applicants need a 3.0 from a four-year institution. Submit the online form with transcripts, proof of enrollment, and a 400 to 1,000 word essay. Award funds are paid directly to the recipient's school. FHE Health created this scholarship to encourage talented students to pursue careers in addiction and mental health treatment.

Graduating seniors at Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers, Florida, who plan careers in neuroscience or a related field may apply for the Frederick W. Schaerf Neuroscience Scholarship from the Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida. One non-renewable award of $4,000 covers tuition, books, fees, and tutoring, but not housing. Complete the online application and financial-needs assessment with an essay on neuroscience goals, transcripts, FAFSA or SAI documentation, extracurricular and volunteer records, and proof of college acceptance. The scholarship honors Dr. Schaerf's legacy in neuroscience.

Undergraduate juniors or seniors, or graduate students, enrolled in an accredited U.S. mental-health-related degree program with at least a 3.0 GPA from the previous semester may apply for the Do It For Donny Scholarship from the Donovan Kayne Lujan Memorial Fund. Two awards of $2,500 are granted. Submit proof of enrollment, GPA documentation, and a 250-word essay on what motivates you to work in mental health. Applications open May 1 and close July 1. The fund provides scholarships to budding mental health professionals to increase access to mental health assistance and help prevent suicide.