APF/COGDOP GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS IN PSYCHOLOGY

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1 APF/COGDOP GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS IN PSYCHOLOGY 2015 The American Psychological Foundation (APF) and the Council of Graduate Departments of Psychology (COGDOP) are jointly offering graduate research scholarships, including the $5,000 Harry and Miriam Levinson Scholarship, $5,000 William and Dorothy Bevan Scholarship, the $5,000 Charles and Carol Spielberger Scholarship, the $3,000 Ruth G. and Joseph D. Matarazzo Scholarship, the $2,000 Clarence J. Rosecrans Scholarship, and as well as a number of $1,000 scholarships, including the Peter and Malina James & Dr. Louis P. James Legacy Scholarship, the William C. Howell Scholarship and the Dr. Judy Kuriansky Scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship program is to assist graduate students of psychology with research costs associated with the master s thesis or doctoral dissertation. The American Psychological Association Science Directorate administers the granting of the scholarships. Graduate students enrolled in a doctoral program or an interim master's programs are eligible to apply. If a student is currently enrolled in a terminal master's program, the student must intend to enroll in a PhD program immediately following completion of the master s program. Special attention will be given to applications from students who, at the time of application, are within the first two years of graduate study in psychology. Each graduate department of psychology that is a member of COGDOP may submit nominations. The number of candidates that each member department is allowed to nominate depends upon the total number of students enrolled in the graduate program. Departments that have 100 or fewer students enrolled in their graduate programs may nominate one (1) candidate; departments that have graduate students enrolled may nominate up to two (2) candidates; and departments that have more than 200 graduate students enrolled may nominate up to three (3) candidates. We encourage nominations of students who are enrolled in interim master's programs. NOTE: nominees must be currently enrolled in the graduate program at the time grants are awarded.

2 Each application must include five (5) collated sets of the following materials (please use 12 point font): 1. A completed application form (see next page). Additional copies of the form may be photocopied and are also available online ( and 2. A letter of recommendation (3-page maximum) from the nominee's graduate research advisor, with original signature. Please do not submit more than one letter of recommendation; only the letter of recommendation from the nominee's graduate research advisor will be forwarded for review. Copies of the letter should be included in the same application packet with the rest of the materials. All application materials must arrive together in one packet. 3. A brief outline (3-page maximum; see review criteria below) of the nominee's thesis or dissertation research project (even if in progress) along with titles and abstracts. Outlines may be single or double-spaced, margin sizes are at the discretion of each applicant, and the outline may be followed by up to 2 additional pages of references. We encourage you to use your best judgment on the format and content of your application, and to get your advisor s feedback on a draft of the entire application packet before completing it. 4. A curriculum vitae and a transcript (an unofficial/student copy is acceptable) of all graduate coursework completed by the nominee. Review Criteria The major criteria are related to the research proposal. Proposals will be rated on the description of the context for the research (a brief literature review), the clarity and comprehensibility of the research question, the appropriateness of the research design, the general importance (theoretical, applied) of the research, and the use of requested funds (with preference given for funds to actually conduct the research as opposed to tuition, travel, books, and journals). Secondary criteria are related to the student s background, including previous publications or presentations at conferences, awards won at the student s institution, the letter of recommendations from the major advisor, breadth of courses taken, and grades in courses. DEADLINE All application materials must be delivered in one complete package on or before June 30, Awardees will be notified in the fall. Five (5) collated sets of all application materials must be included in each submission. Please send complete applications to: APA Science Directorate APF/COGDOP Graduate Research Scholarships 750 First Street, NE Washington, DC

3 APF/COGDOP GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS IN PSYCHOLOGY APPLICATION FORM PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY Ms. Mr. Name Last First M Preferred Mailing Address Daytime Phone Number Address Name of University/College and Department What is your area of psychological research? During the academic year, I will be in the year of my: master s doctoral program (Awards are made on the basis of merit, regardless of the program in which you are enrolled) Have you completed a master s degree or equivalent? Yes No Project Title Abstract

4 Purpose for which funds will be used (please be as specific as possible using this space only): My signature on this form indicates that I meet all eligibility requirements for this award. NOMINEE'S SIGNATURE Date:

5 DEPARTMENT ENDORSEMENT: In addition to the required recommendation letter from the nominee's graduate research advisor, this application form must be signed by the Department Chair or the Director of Graduate Studies. Number of students enrolled in COGDOP member department: Has the proposed project received IRB approval? Yes No (please explain): I would like to review applications (optional). I understand that high quality reviewers ensure the prestige of this award and enable its continued existence. Therefore, I would be interested in serving as a reviewer for the applications. Please read the following statement and sign below: I understand that the number of candidates that each member department is allowed to nominate depends upon the total number of students enrolled in the graduate program. Departments that have 100 or fewer students enrolled in their graduate programs may nominate one (1) candidate; departments that have graduate students enrolled may nominate up to two (2) candidates; and departments that have more than 200 graduate students enrolled may nominate up to three (3) candidates. NOTE: nominees must be currently enrolled in the graduate program at the time grants are awarded. Department Chair's Signature Printed Name and Title Department Chair s Address DEADLINE: Complete applications must be received by the Science Directorate on or before June 30, Direct applications and questions to: APA Science Directorate APF/COGDOP Graduate Research Scholarships 750 First Street, NE Washington, DC

6 Tel: PLEASE check to be certain that the required five (5) collated sets of application materials are enclosed before mailing, and that all documents and their copies have signatures, where applicable. DO NOT send letter of recommendation separately. Incomplete applications will not be considered.