American Psychological Foundation: Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Dissertation Award for Public Policy
The APF Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Dissertation Award for Public Policy supports dissertation research on public policy, which has the potential to improve services for children and families facing psychosocial issues such as prevention of child abuse, school programs for children with psychological issues, services for youth in the criminal justice system, healthy parenting, math and science education, and contributing to the adoption of sound policy affecting children, youth and families.
Listing Details
Organization Name
American Psychological Foundation
Organization Mandate
Since 1953, the American Psychological Foundation (APF) has provided financial support for innovative research, scholarships and projects for students and early career psychologists, working to make a difference in people's lives. APF's work would not be possible without the generosity of psychologists from around the world.
Countries
Regions
Subject - funding opportunities
Psychology
Application deadline
October
Amount of the award
$1,000 scholarship in support of dissertation research on public policy.
Eligibility - nationality
Must be studying in United States or Canada
Eligibility
Graduate student in psychology enrolled full time in good standing in a regionally accredited institution located in the U.S. or Canada.Completed doctoral candidacy, including dissertation approval by doctoral committee.Demonstrated research competence and area commitment.IRB approval must be received from host institution before funding can be awarded if human participants are involved.