Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Dissertation Award for Public Policy
American Psychological Foundation
Award: $1,000
To support dissertation research on public policy which has the potential to improve services for children and families facing psychosocial issues. Qualifications: Applicant must be a graduate student in psychology enrolled full time in good standing in a regionally accredited institution located in the U.S. or Canada; must have completed doctoral candidacy, including dissertation approval by doctoral committee; much have demonstrated research competence and area commitment. IRB approval must be received from host institution before funding can be awarded if human participants are involved. How to apply: Application must include the following in a single document (Not to exceed three pages, one-inch margins, 11-point Times New Roman/Garamond Font, single space): Goals, relevant background/literature review; Methods (must be detailed enough so that the design, assessments and procedures can be evaluated); Anticipated outcomes, significance and impact; Project timeline (not to exceed one page; typically, APF grants are for one year); Detailed budget and justification (not to exceed one page); Abbreviated CV; Letter of recommendation from your faculty advisor. Focus: Psychology.
Eligibility
- States: US