PSYCHOLOGY

3814
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

750 First St., NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
Tel: (202)336-6127; Fax: (202)336-6012; E-mail: cddavis@apa.org; Web Site: http://www.apa.org/mfp

One week institute/retreat designed to introduce students to aging research in the field of psychology through didactic seminars, group mentoring and multimedia exercises. Summer Institute provided to students at no cost. Applications available at Web site. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Title of Award:
Minority Aging Network in Psychology Summer Institute on Aging

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Social Sciences; Social Services; Psychology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 12.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.

Apply to:
Candace D. Davis, Program Assistant, 202-336-6127, cddavis@apa.org.

3815
ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN PSYCHOLOGY/AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION DIVISION 35

LL56 JRC
2115 Summit Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55105
Tel: (651)962-5039; E-mail: bascott@stthomas.edu

This prize recognizes outstanding psychology research on women or gender conducted by undergraduate or graduate students.

Title of Award:
Annual Prize for Psychological Research on Women and Gender by Graduate or Undergraduate Students

Area, Field, or Subject:
Psychology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 prize(s), totaling $200.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $200.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: entry in a contest; research paper.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.

Apply to:
Britain Scott, Award Chair, 651-962-5039, bascott@stthomas.edu.

3816
JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO (JFMC)

216 West Jackson Blvd.
Ste. 700
Chicago, IL 60606
Tel: (312)673-3457; Fax: (312)553-5544; E-mail: jvsscholarship@jvschicago.org; Web Site: http://www.jvschicago.org

Available for Jewish students only in the Chicago metropolitan area. Award available for undergraduates who have entered their junior year in career-specific programs which require no postgraduate education for professional level employment, or students enrolled in graduate or professional school. Students in a vocational program with a specific educational goal in the helping professions also are eligible.

Title of Award:
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Academic Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Social Services; Education; Psychology; Religion/Theology; Law/Legal Services; Engineering/Technology; Physical Sciences and Math

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
85 scholarship(s), totaling $500,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 75. Minimum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to members of the following religions: Jewish.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; interview; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Lea Gruhn, Scholarship Secretary, 312-673-3457, jvsscholarship@jvschicago.org.

3817
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN NEW YORK STATE, INC.

194 Washington Ave., Ste. 415
Albany, NY 12210
Tel: (518)434-0439; Fax: (518)427-8676; E-mail: llasher@mhanys.org; Web Site: http://www.mhanys.org

One-time award for individuals studying the prevention and treatment of mental illness and the promotion of mental health. Must be a New York resident attending a New York four-year institution. Application deadline is April 15.

Title of Award:
Edna Aimes Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Pharmacy; Psychology; Public Health

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $5,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $2000. Maximum award amount: $2500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); demonstrate financial need, personal statement.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/15.

Apply to:
Lillian Lasher, Executive Assistant, 518-434-0439 ext. 16, llasher@mhanys.org.

3818
MISSISSIPPI STATE STUDENT FINANCIAL AID

3825 Ridgewood Rd.
Jackson, MS 39211-6453
Tel: 800-327-2980; E-mail: sfa@ihl.state.ms.us; Web Site: http://www.mississippiuniversities.com

Eligible applicants will agree to employment immediately upon degree completion as a full-time classroom teacher in a public school located in a critical teacher shortage area in the state of Mississippi. Must verify the intention to pursue a first bachelor's degree in teacher education. Award covers tuition and required fees, average cost of room and meals plus a $500 allowance for books. Must be enrolled at a Mississippi college or university.

Title of Award:
Critical Needs Teacher Loan/Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Psychology; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; test scores.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/31.

Apply to:
Mississippi Student Financial Aid, 800-327-2980, sfa@ihl.state.ms.us.

3819
MISSISSIPPI STATE STUDENT FINANCIAL AID

3825 Ridgewood Rd.
Jackson, MS 39211-6453
Tel: 800-327-2980; E-mail: sfa@ihl.state.ms.us; Web Site: http://www.mississippiuniversities.com

Renewable award for junior and senior undergraduates studying psychology, speech pathology or occupational therapy. Must be Mississippi residents attending four-year universities in Mississippi. Must fulfill work obligation in Mississippi or pay back as loan. Renewable award for graduate student enrolled in physical therapy.

Title of Award:
Mississippi Health Care Professions Loan/Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Therapy/Rehabilitation; Psychology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $1500. Maximum award amount: $6000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; reference(s); driver's license.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/31.

Apply to:
Mississippi Student Financial Aid, 800-327-2980, sfa@ihl.state.ms.us.

3820
NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Room 1078 EBA
Albany, NY 12234
Tel: (518)486-1319; Fax: (518)486-5346; Web Site: http://www.highered.nysed.gov

Scholarship for New York residents beginning or already enrolled in an approved degree-bearing program of study in New York that leads to licensure in a particular profession. See the Web site for the list of eligible professions. Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Award recipients must agree to practice upon licensure in their profession in New York for 12 months for each annual payment received. Priority given to economically disadvantaged members of minority groups underrepresented in the professions.

Title of Award:
Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Architecture; Law/Legal Services; Nursing; Accounting; Landscape Architecture; Engineering/Technology; Dental Health/Services; Interior Design; Psychology; Pharmacy; Health and Medical Sciences; Social Services

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 220. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Deadline for Receipt:
5/3.

Apply to:
Lewis J. Hall, Coordinator, 518-486-1319.

3821
PILOT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

PO Box 5600
Macon, GA 31208-5600
Tel: (478)743-2245; Fax: (478)743-2912; E-mail: pifinfo@pilothq.org; Web Site: http://www.pilotinternational.org

Scholarship program is for graduate or undergraduate students preparing for a second career, re-entering the job market, or obtaining additional training in their current field. The career path must pertain to assisting those with brain related disorders or disabilities. Applicant must have visa or green card.

Title of Award:
Pilot International Foundation/Lifeline Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Nursing; Psychology; Special Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope; visa or F1 status.

Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.

Apply to:
Jennifer Overbay, Foundation Services Director, 478-743-2245, pifinfo@pilothq.org.

3822
PILOT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

PO Box 5600
Macon, GA 31208-5600
Tel: (478)743-2245; Fax: (478)743-2912; E-mail: pifinfo@pilothq.org; Web Site: http://www.pilotinternational.org

Scholarship available to international students for study in the United States or Canada. Applicant must have visa or green card. Application deadline is February 15.

Title of Award:
Pilot International Foundation Ruby Newhall Memorial Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Nursing; Psychology; Special Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope; visa or F1 status.

Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.

Apply to:
Jennifer Overbay, Foundation Services Director, 478-743-2245, pifinfo@pilothq.org.

3823
PILOT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

PO Box 5600
Macon, GA 31208-5600
Tel: (478)743-2245; Fax: (478)743-2912; E-mail: pifinfo@pilothq.org; Web Site: http://www.pilotinternational.org

Scholarship program for undergraduate students preparing for a career helping those with brain related disorders or disabilities. Applicant must have visa or green card.

Title of Award:
Pilot International Foundation Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Nursing; Psychology; Special Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope; visa or F1 status.

Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.

Apply to:
Jennifer Overbay, Foundation Services Director, 478-743-2245, pifinfo@pilothq.org.

3824
SUNSHINE LADY FOUNDATION, INC.

4900 Randall Parkway
Ste. H
Wilmington, NC 28403
Tel: (910)397-7742; Fax: (910)397-0023; E-mail: nancy@sunshineladyfdn.org; Web Site: http://www.sunshineladyfdn.org

Scholarship for workers in the field of domestic violence. Minimum one year working in the field of DV; employer recommendation required. For further information view Web site: http://www.sunshineladyfdn.org.

Title of Award:
Counselor, Advocate, and Support Staff Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Services; Accounting; Business/Consumer Services; Child and Family Studies; Women's Studies; Psychology; Social Sciences; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 50. Maximum award amount: $4000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to employees or relatives of employees within the following industries: human services.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay; reference(s).

Apply to:
Nancy Soward, Program Director, 910-397-7742, nancy@sunshineladyfdn.org.

3825
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr.
Fairfax, VA 22031
Web Site: http://www.uncf.org

Scholarships available for African-American students entering their sophomore year. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must pursue specified areas of study as well as attend specific universities. See Web site for more information. http://www.uncf.org.

Title of Award:
Rockwell/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Business/Consumer Services; Psychology; Electrical Engineering/Electronics; Earth Science

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Maximum award amount: $10000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to the following races: African American.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Program Services Department.