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Arthur Kovacs Academic Merit Scholarship

Arthur L. Kovacs, PhD was the founding campus dean of the Los Angeles campus of California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University.  Dr. Kovacs currently holds the post of Founding Dean Emeritus and Distinguished Professor at Alliant.

The Arthur Kovacs Academic Merit Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant student at the Los Angeles campus on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated by a scholarly paper.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Los Angeles student
• Student in good standing
• Student having written a scholarly paper whose contents are generally psychological in nature

Application Process

• Submit your completed scholarship application
• Submit scholarship application
• Submit a copy of your scholarly paper
• Submit an endorsement/recommendation from an Alliant core or adjunct faculty member of your scholarly paper

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

ABCL Nathan Cohn Memorial Scholarship

The American Board of Criminal Lawyers Nathan Cohn Memorial Scholarship was created in recognition and appreciation of Nathan Cohn.  Nathan Cohn was an alumnus of San Francisco Law School.  Additionally, Cohn founded the American Board of Criminal Lawyers in June of 1978 after conceiving the idea of an exclusive national, legal, honorary society for outstanding criminal trial lawyers, with admission to fellowship by invitation only.

This award is to help deserving students who are past their first year.

Eligibility Consideration

• Current SFLS student
• Deserving student who is past their first year at SFLS - financial need is of secondary consideration

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit requested essays

Allan Harry Rhoads Scholarship

• CSPP-Los Angeles Clinical PhD or PsyD program student
• Student in good standing
• Student who has advanced to doctoral candidacy
• Student in the process of completing dissertation displaying commitment to the LGBT community

Alliant Financial Need Scholarship

Eligibility Considerations:

• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship
• Students must be in good academic standing at the time of award disbursement each term
• Complete and submit a 250- 500 word essay which must address the following topics: From a financial standpoint, what impact would this scholarship have on your education? State any special personal or family circumstances affecting your need for financial assistance.

Awarding of Funds

• 40 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,500
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $ 1250 in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $625 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University 
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award

* All scholarships have been awarded

Alliant International University Alumni Grant

Eligibility Consideration

• Must have graduated from an Alliant International University Undergraduate, Master's, or Doctoral degree program
• Must meet all admission requirements and be fully admitted and confirmed into an Alliant International University Graduate degree program
• The award is only available to students starting a new program during the 2022/2023 academic year
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this grant

Grant Award Amounts

• $2,500 for Alliant Alumni who enroll in a Masters Degree level program; $5,000 for Alliant Alumni who enroll in a Doctoral Degree level program

Awarding of Funds?

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of award
• Award for Master's degree level is spread among two years of $1,250 per academic year.  Award for Doctoral degree level is spread among four years of $1,250 per academic year. 
• Award funds will be disbursed in increments of $625 per semester for Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 for 16-week semester-based students and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Award funds will be disbursed in increments of $312.50 per term for the August 2022 Session, October 2022 Session, January 2023 Session, and March 2023 Session for 8-week term based students and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded, as a result of extenuating circumstances, may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

Deadline: August 8, 2022
 

Alliant International University Equity Scholarship

This award supports Alliant students who are engaged in activities to enhance equity within their school and/or community and whose educational and professional aims include responding to the needs of individuals and communities who are traditionally underserved and underrepresented.

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into an academic program at Alliant International University for the Fall 2022 Semester/August 2022 Term.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Please see Alliant’s Scholarship FAQ for additional information on the scholarship structure and awarding process.
• Complete and submit a 250 – 500-word essay answering this essay prompt:
  • Describe what equity means to you; how you have promoted equity and inclusion in your professional career, school, or community; and how you plan to carry those contributions forward throughout your time at Alliant International University and beyond.

Awarding of Funds

• 17 Scholarships are available for incoming students in the amount of $4,000 each.
• 20 Scholarships are available for current students in the amount of $4,000 each.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $2000 in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1000 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of award. Students enrolled in academic programs that have a program approved plan of study that is less than full-time in a specific term may have their award amounts prorated.

*All scholarships have been awarded

Andrew Curry Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Andrew Curry was an instructor in the early days of CSPP at the San Francisco Bay Area campus.  Dr. Curry was dedicated to the personal growth and development of his students.

The Andrew Curry Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP-San Francisco Clinical Psychology student who is committed to serving the African-American community.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP - SF student
• Student in Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program
• Student in good standing
• Student with demonstrated commitment to serving the African-American community

Application Process

• Submit the scholarship application
• Submit an essay highlighting your efforts in serving the African-American community
• Submit your CV/resume

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Ann Hozier Scholarship

The Ann Hozier Scholarship is awarded to a student in the Los Angeles Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program who has advanced to doctoral candidacy, to supplement the cost of dissertation research, tests, equipment or other specialized materials.

Upon completion of dissertation research, any purchased equipment, tests or specialized equipment are to be donated to CSPP-LA.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student must have successfully completed preliminary orals
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a copy of your approved dissertation proposal
• Submit requested essay

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, one $600 scholarships is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time.
• Award funds will be disbursed in the Fall semester to aid with dissertation expenses and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University.

California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship

 

• Applicant must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into an academic program offered at a ground campus within the California School of Professional Psychology for the Fall 2022 or August 2022 Term.
• Students enrolling in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. and Clinical Psychology PsyD programs are eligible to receive awards of up to $10,000 to $18,000.
• Students enrolling in all other CSPP Programs are eligible to receive awards of $5000.
• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in most recent college work. Scholarship awards will be tiered by GPA.
• Applicant must also complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. Essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant Pillars:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural & International Competence, and Community Engagement.
• Priority consideration for awards will be given to students who exhibit a level of financial need, measured by an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of <$20,000 annual, as indicated from the FAFSA. Additional consideration will be given to students who demonstrate one or more of the following:
  • Are the first from their family to attend college
  • Represent underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to inclusion and multiculturalism
  • Have demonstrated experience in community engagement supporting diverse populations
  • Have demonstrated experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship
• Please see FAQ CSPP IMPACT scholarship for additional information on scholarship structure and awarding process

Awarding of Funds
Clinical Psychology Ph.D. and Clinical Psychology PsyD Programs

• ?65 Scholarships are available for Clinical Psychology Doctoral-level study
  • • 3.5 and above cumulative GPA in most recent college-level work:
      • Clinical Psychology (PsyD) $15,000 – 25 Awards
      • Clinical Psychology (PhD) $18,000 - 12 Awards
    •  3.0 – 3.49 cumulative GPA in most recent college-level work:  
      • Clinical Psychology (PsyD) $10,000 – 18 Awards
      • Clinical Psychology (PhD) $12,000 – 10 Awards
• If designated program/degree type scholarship funds remain after all eligible award recipients have been selected from applications meeting February 2022 deadline, remaining designated funds may be reallocated to the general CSPP IMPACT scholarship pool.
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with half of the total award distributed for Fall 2022 and a half distributed for Spring 2023.  All awards will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded, as a result of extenuating circumstances, may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.

Non-Clinical Doctoral Degree Programs and Masters Level Programs

• 22 Scholarships are available for Non-Clinical Doctoral Degree Programs and Masters level study
  • • 3.0 and above cumulative GPA in most recent college-level work: $5,000 – 22 awards
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award.
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with $2500.00 distributed for Fall 2022 and $2,500 distributed for Spring 2023 for 15-week semester-based students and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $1250.00 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 terms for 8-week term-based students.  All awards will be applied to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• The 16-week Semester award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for the award in Spring 2023.
• The 8-week Term award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in the August 2022 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded, as a result of extenuating circumstances, may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.

* All scholarships have been awarded

** For the California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (On the ground) are awarded to qualifying applicants at each level on a first applied/first awarded basis. Should the maximum number of awards at a specific level be reached, applicants may be considered for a lesser award amount.  The number of scholarships available at each award amount may change based on the availability of funds. This scholarship is not renewable.


 

California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (Los Angeles and San Diego Campus)

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program offered at the Los Angeles and San Diego campus within the California School of Professional Psychology for the Fall 2022 Term.
• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in most recent college work. Scholarship awards will be tiered by GPA. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.  
• Applicant must also complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. The essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant Pillars:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural & International Competence, and Community Engagement.
• Priority consideration for awards will be given to students who exhibit a level of financial need, measured by an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of <$20,000 annual, as indicated by the FAFSA. Additional consideration will be given to students who demonstrate one or more of the following:
  • Are the first from their family to attend college
  • Represent underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to inclusion and multiculturalism
  • Have demonstrated experience in community engagement supporting diverse populations
  • Have demonstrated experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Students who already received awards for the 2022 California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (on-ground) are not eligible.
• Please see FAQ CSPP IMPACT scholarship for additional information on scholarship structure and awarding process.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, 10 scholarships in the amount of $10,000 are available.
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments, with $5,000.00 distributed for Fall 2022 and $5,000.00 distributed for Spring 2023 for 16-week semester-based students and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $2,5000.00 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 terms for 8-week term-based students.  All awards will be applied to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
•  16-week Semester award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for the award in Spring 2023.
•  8-week Term award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in the August 2022 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.

Extended Deadline: August 8, 2022

*All applications who applied prior to June 15th are currently being reviewed
** All those who applied to the California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (On-ground) for master level program before May 2022 have been evaluated, and all awards have been distributed.

California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (MFT and Clinical Counseling Online Only)

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into the Marriage Family Therapy or Clinical Counseling online program.
• Applicant must have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in most recent college work. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies. 
• Applicant must complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. The essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant Pillars:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural & International Competence, and Community Engagement.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.  
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded, as a result of extenuating circumstances, may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see FAQ CSPP IMPACT scholarship for additional information on scholarship structure and awarding process

Awarding of Funds

100 Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000

Marriage and Family Therapy

• • Summer Session Award recipient must achieve a 3.0 GPA or higher in Summer 2022 for continued eligibility for the award in Fall 2022 and must achieve a 3.0 GPA for continued eligibility for Spring 2023.
  • New students enrolling in the Summer 2022 session will have award funds disbursed in the following manner: $1667 in Fall 2022, $1667 in Spring 2023, and $1666 in Summer 2023 to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.

• • Fall Semester Award recipient must achieve a 3.0 GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for award in Spring 2022 and must achieve a 3.0 GPA for continued eligibility for Summer 2023.
  • New students enrolling in the Fall 2022 semester will have award funds disbursed in the following manner: $1667 in Fall 2022, $1667 in Spring 2023, and $1666 in Summer 2023 to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University

Clinical Counseling

California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (MFT On-ground Only)

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into a Marriage Family Therapy program offered at a ground campus within the California School of Professional Psychology for the Fall 2022 Term.
• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in most recent college work. Scholarship awards will be tiered by GPA. Must submit a copy of your transcript for you most recent college-level studies.  
• Applicants must also complete a 500-word essay on how your CSPP education will allow you to make a positive impact at the community, state, or national level. The essay should also address your commitment to one or more of the following Alliant Pillars:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural & International Competence, and Community Engagement.
• Priority consideration for awards will be given to students who exhibit a level of financial need, measured by an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of <$20,000 annual, as indicated by the FAFSA. Additional consideration will be given to students who demonstrate one or more of the following:
  • Are the first from their family to attend college
  • Represent underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to inclusion and multiculturalism
  • Have demonstrated experience in community engagement supporting diverse populations
  • Have demonstrated experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Students who already received awards for the 2022 California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (on-ground) are not eligible.
• Please see FAQ CSPP IMPACT scholarship for additional information on scholarship structure and awarding process.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, 20 scholarships in the amount of $5,000 are available.
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments, with $2,500.00 distributed for Fall 2022 and $2,500.00 distributed for Spring 2023 for 16-week semester-based students, and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
•  16-week Semester award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for the award in Spring 2023.
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.

Extended Deadline: August 8th, 2022

*All applications who applied prior to June 15th are currently being reviewed
** All those who applied to the California School of Professional Psychology IMPACT Scholarship (On-ground) for master level program before May 2022 have been evaluated, and all awards have been distributed.

Callan Smith Meltzoff Scholarship

There are times in the life of a developing institution when interludes of great achievement can occur as a result of key people assembling at the same time and sharing a vision and a mission. CSPP in San Diego had such a moment in the 1980’s when the academic leadership of Joanne Callan as Provost, Sydney Smith as Academic Dean, and Julian Meltzoff as Director of Research worked together with an outstanding core and adjunct faculty to form a center of excellence in doctoral education in clinical and organizational psychology that led to breakthroughs in curriculum/professional development, accreditation, student support, and applied research that have been widely duplicated in the professional school arena.

 

The Callan-Smith-Meltzoff Scholarship will be awarded to a CSPP-San Diego student who demonstrates exemplary performance in her/his scholarly pursuits.

 

Additionally, the recipient of the scholarship will be named a ”Callan-Smith-Meltzoff Fellow”. Fellows are requested to have a formal poster session or a lecture presenting their research findings to colleagues/faculty/community on the San Diego campus.

 

Individuals who have previously been named Callan-Smith-Meltzoff Fellows are not eligible to reapply.

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-SD Student
• Student in Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student in good standing
• Student with an overall GPA of 3.50 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
• Student with a substantive record in clinical activities, as a graduate student
• Student with a substantive record in research activities, as a graduate student
• Student having demonstrated professional engagement. Examples of professional engagement include CPAGS, SDPA, APA or etc.
• Student having demonstrated engagement and/or appreciation/recognition of Alliant International University's four pillars, as related to its Mission:
  • Education for Professional Practice,
  • Scholarship,
  • Multicultural and International Competence and
  • Community Engagement

Application Process

• If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please contact your San Diego PhD or PsyD Program Director.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, two $5,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Carroll & Nona Cannon Scholarship

Dr. Carroll Cannon, long-time Provost of California Western/United States International University was named Provost Emeritus of United States International University in recognition of his lifelong commitment to education and of his many contributions to Cal Western/USIU.  Both Dr. Carroll Cannon and his widow, Dr. Nona Cannon, had an interest in and a commitment to global understanding, international affairs, and peaceful human personality development.

The Carroll and Nona Cannon Scholarship is awarded to a student entering his/her junior year on the San Diego campus with a minimum of 3.7 GPA having an interest and knowledge of the United Nations and international affairs, service to others and interest in pursuing a career in a field that promotes multicultural understanding, cooperation and peace.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant - San Diego student
• Student entering Fall semester with junior standing (60 to 89 units)
• Student in good standing
• Student with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.7 (on a 4.0 scale) at the time of application
• Student with a multicultural and multinational interest, focus and commitment

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an essay:
  • Providing evidence of interest and knowledge of the United Nations and international affairs;
  • Providing evidence of service to others and/or organizations dedicated to serving society;
  • Showing strong interest in pursuing a career in a field that promotes multicultural and/or multinational understanding, cooperation and peace among people, societies and governments;
  • Demonstrating a commitment to attaining knowledge on how people develop in a manner conducive to peaceful mental and emotional functioning; and
  • Showing evidence of service to others and/or to organizations dedicated to serving society.
• Submit two letters of recommendation from individuals who know you well enough to speak to your qualifications and experiences in relation to your multicultural and multinational commitment, interest and focus.
   

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, two $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University.

Connell Persico Leadership / Student Government Scholarship

Eligibility Consideration*
Focus on Los Angeles G2 students or beyond who have made significant contributions to student government (broadly defined). There are three broad categories/selection criteria for the scholarship award recipient:

1. A significant contribution, on the part of the student recipient, to the Alliant LA campus community, as a whole.
2. A significant contribution, on the part of the student recipient, to a group/population that has been a target of oppression within our broader society. 
3. A significant contribution, on the part of the student recipient, enabled the Alliant campus community to connect with the broader Los Angeles community.

Application Process:

• Submit a 500-1500 word essay outlining how you fit the criteria above
• Submit a copy of your CV

Awarding of Funds

• 1 scholarship is available in the amount of $5,000
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Award funds will be disbursed in increments of $2,500 per semester for Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

* The scholarships have been awarded

Connell Persico Scholarship for Significant Contributions to the LGBT Community

In an effort to strengthen the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) work being accomplished at Alliant International University, Dr. Connell Persico (Retired University Professor and former Senior Vice-President of Alliant) established an endowed fund in his name to support students who demonstrate exceptional leadership in the LGBT community. 

In Dr. Persico’s words: “Alliant should serve as a beacon to students interested in LGBT issues in psychology, organizations and education.  Alliant’s curriculum is inclusive, its faculty is diverse, and its mission is one of human rights and social justice. Back in the 1970s, Alliant was at the forefront in the inclusion of sexual orientation within its non-discrimination clause and in establishing a safe and supportive climate for LGBT students. In the late 1980s, it quietly implemented domestic partner benefits for LGBT faculty and staff. In its passionate commitment to multiculturalism, Alliant has always included sexual orientation as a key component.  This award will serve to further support LGBT contributions made by Alliant’s students.

The Connell Persico Scholarship for Significant Contributions to the LGBT Community is awarded to an Alliant CSPP student displaying significant contributions to the LGBT Community.

Eligibility Consideration:

• Current CSPP student
• Student in good standing
• Student displaying significant contributions to the LGBT Community

• Submit the application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a statement (300 to 600 words) of how this scholarship award would further your contributions to the LGBT community
• Submit an essay (600 to 1200 words) describing your leadership activities and/or other contributions to the LGBT community, including such things as:
  • Leadership activities in LGBT and Allied groups within or outside of Alliant
  • Scholarly contributions such as research projects or publications, with a description of how they benefit the community
  • Significant clinical/educational/advocacy work within or outside of Alliant that goes beyond the ordinary activities of seeing clients in counseling or psychotherapy
  • Other innovative projects that have a positive impact on well-being

• For 2022-2023, one $2,500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligiblity for the full amount of the award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

CSFS Dean's Award of Excellence Scholarship - Master Level for August 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into the following programs in the California School of Forensic Studies for the August 2022 term
  • Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science
  • Master of Science in Forensic Leadership and Administration
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Must have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Submit a copy of your most recent college-level transcripts
• Complete and submit an essay (max 500 words) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans. Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative programs, research, training, or direct service designed to support the prevention or de-escalation of conflict or violence.

Awarding of Funds

• 1 Scholarship is available in the amount of $2,500.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

 
Deadline August 8, 2022

CSFS Deans Award of Excellence Scholarship - Masters Level for July 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into the following programs in the California School of Forensic Studies for the July 2022 term
  • Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science
  • Master of Science in Forensic Leadership and Administration
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Must have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Submit a copy of your most recent college-level transcripts
• Complete and submit an essay (max 500 words) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans. Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative programs, research, training, or direct service designed to support the prevention or de-escalation of conflict or violence.

Awarding of Funds

• 1 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,500.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in July 2022, August 2022, October 2022, and January 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

 
 

CSFS Deans Award of Excellence Scholarship - Masters Level for October 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into the following programs in the California School of Forensic Studies for the October 2022 term
  • Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science
  • Master of Science in Forensic Leadership and Administration
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Must have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Submit a copy of your most recent college-level transcripts
• Complete and submit an essay (max 500 words) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans. Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative programs, research, training, or direct service designed to support the prevention or de-escalation of conflict or violence.

Awarding of Funds

• 1 Scholarship is available in the amount of $2,500.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in October 2022, January 2023, March 2023, and May 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

 
Deadline September 12, 2022

CSFS Deans Award of Excellence Scholarship- Doctorate Level for August 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into the following programs in the California School of Forensic Studies for the August 2022 term.
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Public Policy, and Law
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Must have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Submit a copy of your most recent college-level transcripts
• Complete and submit an essay (max 500 words) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans. Describe your experience in community engagement and any example of experience in the development of innovative and creative programs, research, training, or direct service designed to support the prevention or de-escalation of conflict or violence.

   

• 1 Scholarship is available in the amount of $5,000.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $1,250 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

* The scholarships have been awarded
 

CSML Community Engagement Doctoral Scholarship

 Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into one of the following programs in the California School of Management and Leadership:
  • Doctorate in Business Administration
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants (DBA Founders Grant, DBA IMPACT Grant, CMU Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship
• Doctoral students are eligible for this award during their first, second and third years of full-time study
• New students must have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies
• Continuing students must have achieved a CGPA of 3.3 at Alliant University
• Complete and submit an essay (max. 2-3 pages) in response to any ONE of the following questions:
  • What has been your experience working and/or serving in diverse multicultural contexts? How can diverse (e.g., racial, gender, social class, faith-based) perspectives and viewpoints be an asset in supporting the economic success of diverse population segments?
  • Communities address human, social, economic, and political challenges by utilizing resources and talent within the community.   Describe a project or example when you were involved in research, or a project to help address the economic empowerment of a disadvantaged segment of society
  • Awarding of Funds
• 3 scholarships are available in the amount of $3,000 and will be awarded to students enrolling in the August 2022 Term; 2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $1,500 and will be awarded to NEW students starting in the January 2023 term
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $750 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 terms to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• New students enrolling for the first time in January 2023 will have award funds disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $750  in January 2023, and March 2023 terms to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

* The scholarships have been awarded

CSML Merit Scholarship

Eligibility Consideration*

• Eligibility Consideration
• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into one of the following programs in the California School of Management and Leadership:
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Master in Science in Data Analytics
  • Master in Science in Information Systems and Technology
  • Master in Science in Healthcare Analytics
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant issued grants not eligible to receive this scholarship
• Masters students are eligible for this award during their first and second year of full-time study
• Current students must have a GPA of 3.3 or higher
• New Students must have achieved a GPA of 3.3 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies

Submit an essay (max. 1000 words) and address any ONE of the following:

• What has been your experience working and/or serving in diverse multicultural contexts?
• How can diverse (e.g., racial, gender, social class, faith-based) perspectives and viewpoints be an asset in supporting the economic success of diverse populations?
• Describe a project(s) or example(s) of projects which you believe can address the economic empowerment of a disadvantaged segment of society.

Awarding of Funds

• 6 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2000 and will be awarded to students enrolling in the August 2022 Term; 2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $1000 and will be awarded to New students starting in the January 2023 term
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal increments of $500 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 terms, and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• New students enrolling for the first time in January 2023 will have award funds disbursed in 2 equal increments of $500 in January 2023 and March 2023 terms to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

2nd Round Deadline: April 15, 2022

*All Applications are currently being reviewed



 

CSOE Dean’s Award of Excellence Scholarship – Doctoral of Education for August 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted for the August 2022 term into one of the following programs:
  • Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management
• New students must have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher in your most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants (e.g., Alumni Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Complete and submit an essay (max. 3 pages) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans:

• Indicate what your experience has been working and/or serving in diverse cultural contexts.
•  Indicate if you are the first in your family to attend college and if you are a member of historically underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs.
• Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations.
• Address current financial assistance you have and how this scholarship will support your career goals.

   
Awarding of Funds

• 1 Scholarship is available in the amount of $5,000 for new students enrolling in the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management program for the August 2022 term.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $1250 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

Deadline August 8, 2022
 

CSOE Dean’s Award of Excellence Scholarship Master and Credential July 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration
Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted for the July 2022 term into one of the following programs:

• Master of Arts in Education:
  • Educational Administration
  • Special Education
  • Special Education with Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
  • Teaching with Preliminary Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Teaching with Preliminary Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
• Preliminary Credential:
  • Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Mild/Moderate Disabilities
  • Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Administrative Services Credential

 

• New students must have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants (e.g. Teach Start Grant, Alliant Alumni Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Complete and submit an essay (max. 3 pages) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans:

• Indicate what your experience has been working and/or serving in diverse cultural contexts.
•  Indicate if you are the first in your family to attend college and if you are a member of a historically underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs.
• Describe your experience in community engagement and any example of experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations.
• Address current financial assistance you have and how this scholarship will support your career goals.

Note your essay will be evaluated based on a combination of the above factors.

Awarding of Funds
2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,500.

• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in July 2022, August 2022, October 2022, and January 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

CSOE Dean's Award of Excellence Scholarship Master and Credentials for August 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration
Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted for the August 2022 term into one of the following programs:

• Master of Arts in Education:
  • Educational Administration
  • Special Education
  • Special Education with Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
  • Teaching with Preliminary Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Teaching with Preliminary Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
• Preliminary Credential:
  • Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Mild/Moderate Disabilities
  • Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Administrative Services Credential
• New students must have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants (e.g. Teach Start Grant, Alliant Alumni Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Complete and submit an essay (max. 3 pages) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans:

• Indicate what your experience has been working and/or serving in diverse cultural contexts.
•  Indicate if you are the first in your family to attend college and if you are a member of historically underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs.
• Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations.
• Address current financial assistance you have and how this scholarship will support your career goals.

Note your essay will be evaluated based on a combination of the above factors.

Awarding of Funds
2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,500.

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and October 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

Deadline August 8, 2022
 

CSOE Dean's Award of Excellence Scholarship Master and Credentials for October 2022 Term Starts

Eligibility Consideration
Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted for the October 2022 term into one of the following programs:

• Master of Arts in Education:
  • Educational Administration
  • Special Education
  • Special Education with Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
  • Teaching with Preliminary Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Teaching with Preliminary Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
• Preliminary Credential:
  • Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Mild/Moderate Disabilities
  • Multiple Subject/Elementary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion Intern, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Single Subject/Secondary Education Teaching Credential: Early Completion, Student Teaching or Standard Internship Option
  • Administrative Services Credential
• New students must have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants (e.g. Teach Start Grant, Alliant Alumni Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Complete and submit an essay (max. 3 pages) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans:

• Indicate what your experience has been working and/or serving in diverse cultural contexts.
•  Indicate if you are the first in your family to attend college and if you are a member of historically underserved populations typically underrepresented in graduate programs.
• Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations.
• Address current financial assistance you have and how this scholarship will support your career goals.

Note your essay will be evaluated based on a combination of the above factors.

Awarding of Funds
2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,500.

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $625 in October 2022, January 2023, March 2023, and May 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

Deadline September 12, 2022
 

CSOE Educational Psychology (PsyD) Scholarship

Eligibility

• Must be a new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into the following program(s) in the California School of Education for the August 2022 term:
  • Doctor of Psychology in Educational Psychology
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers, preferred pricing, or Alliant-issued grants (e.g., Alliant Alumni Grant) are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Complete and submit an essay* (max. 3 pages) that addresses how your program will contribute to your immediate and long-range career plans:
  • Indicate what your experience has been working and/or serving in culturally diverse environments.
  • Indicate if you are the first in your family to attend college and if you are a member of a historically underserved population typically underrepresented in graduate programs.
  • Describe your experience in community engagement and an example of experience in the development of innovative and creative scholarly inquiry, research, or training designed to support diverse populations.
  • Describe how this scholarship will support your career goals.

*Your essay will be evaluated based on a combination of the above factors.

Awarding of Funds

• 5 Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000 each.
• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $1,250 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Loss of eligibility or denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

  Deadline: July 18, 2022
 

CSPP Central Valley Scholarship

Description:

To support the demand and need for the future behavioral health workforce in the Central Valley, including the Sacramento and Fresno areas of California, Alliant has established a scholarship for newly admitted students at the Sacramento or Fresno campus enrolling in a Clinical Psychology program.

During an unprecedented time with increased levels of anxiety, fear, and seclusion, Californians must have substantial access to mental health resources. Communities are already experiencing harmful mental health effects from the pandemic, which will have a lasting impact if not readily addressed.  Suicide hotlines have surged, domestic violence cases are growing, and social distancing and mandatory quarantines are causing setbacks for many groups.  

In Alliant’s passionate commitment to serving the needs of our campus communities, this scholarship will support the Sacramento and Fresno communities toward providing its residents with the behavioral health workforce that meets its anticipated future needs.

Eligibility Consideration:

• Must be a new student starting in the Fall 2022 term who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and enrolled in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. or PsyD program at the Fresno or Sacramento campus.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Please see FAQ CSPP Central Valley Scholarship for additional information on scholarship structure and awarding process.

Application process:

• Submit a statement (300 to 600 words) describing your experience in community engagement and how your education will allow you to impact the mental health demands of the Central Valley, including the Fresno and Sacramento areas of California. Explain your professional goals and how they relate to giving back to communities that are underserved.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, 38 scholarships in the amount of $5,000 are available.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award at the Fresno or Sacramento campus.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $2,500 in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.

Extended Deadline: July 15, 2022

*All those who applied before June 2022 have been evaluated, and all awards have been distributed.
 

CSPP Dean's Award of Excellence

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a current student in a graduate-level program in the California School of Professional Psychology
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• PsyD Doctoral students are eligible for this award during their second and third years of full-time study; PhD Doctoral students are eligible for this award during their second, third, and fourth years of full-time study
• Masters students are eligible for this award during their second year of full-time study
• Must have a GPA of 3.8 or higher
• In about 500 words describe how someone you’ve encountered and/or something you’ve learned in your academic program has had an impact on one or more of the following:
  • Your personal and professional growth
  • Your plans for your career
  • How you can engage and improve the community

Awarding of Funds

• 80 Continuing Student Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $2500 in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1250 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of award. Students enrolled in academic programs that have a program-approved plan of study that is less than full-time in a specific term may have their award amounts prorated.
• Award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for award in Spring 2023
• Award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in the August 2022 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

*All scholarships have been awarded

CSPP Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award

This award supports CSPP students whose educational and professional aims include responding to the needs of individuals and communities who are traditionally underserved and underrepresented. 

Eligibility Consideration

• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into a graduate-level program in the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University for the Fall 2022 Semester/August 2022 Term.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• Doctoral students are eligible for this award during their first, second and third years of full-time study; Masters students are eligible for this award during their first and second years of full-time study.
• New Students must have an incoming GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Current students must have a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Submit a 500-word essay describing how your CSPP degree will contribute to addressing an area of need for underrepresented and underserved individuals, families, or communities including one or more of the following:
  • Health disparities       
  • Exposure to disproportionate adverse events
  • Challenges of equity in access to healthcare, mental health care, or social services
  • Systemic challenges of racism or discrimination based on age, sex, gender identity, disability, immigration status, religion, or national origin.

Awarding of Funds

• 15 New Student Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000 each.
• 21 Continuing Student Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000 each.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $2500 in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1250 in August 2022, October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award. Students enrolled in academic programs that have a program approved plan of study that is less than full-time in a specific term may have their award amounts prorated.
• Award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in Fall 2022 for continued eligibility for award in Spring 2023.
• Award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in the August 2022 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2022, January 2023, and March 2023.
• Students who lose eligibility as a result of extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests are not subject to appeal.

* All scholarships have been awarded


 

Directors Scholarship

The mission of the Alliant Educational Foundation includes the following statements:

Alliant Educational Foundation supports the preparation of students for professional careers of service and leadership ... to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world…and to meet the needs of underserved populations.

It is the intent of the Foundation to fund students whose goals are congruent with this mission. Please describe how you have thus far fulfilled the AEF mission and how your future plans and aspirations are congruent with this mission. Please be specific.

The Directors Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant International University student fulfilling the mission of the Alliant Educational Foundation.

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant International University student
• Student in good standing
• Have performed at least one year of community activity with diverse populations, outside of what has been as part of the applicant's Alliant education/experience

Application Process

• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit the requested essay

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 three $1,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient's student account at Alliant International University

DJ Forest Scholarship

Demian Joseph-Charles "DJ" Forest was an alumnus of Los Angeles campus of CSPP.  DJ was well liked by his fellow students, as well as the faculty and staff at CSPP-LA and it was said that he was instrumental in making everyone's lives a little more special and any problems at school a little more tolerable.  A few years after earning his doctorate, DJ succumbed to the medical problems brought on by AIDS. The DJ Forest Scholarship was funded by those who wished to create a memorial in DJ's name to honor their friend.

The DJ Forest Scholarship is awarded to a Los Angeles CSPP PhD or PsyD student of color involved in student government/student leadership and the LGBT community.

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-Los Angeles Clinical PhD or PsyD program student of color
• Student in good standing
• Student with a history of involvement in student government / student leadership
• Student with a history of involvement with the LGBT community

Elaine B. King Memorial Scholarship

The Elaine B. King Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP student in the Los Angeles Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program who is active in the Multicultural Community Clinical Psychology (MCCP) emphasis area and/or engaged in service to a minority community. Financial need is not a pre-requisite, but will be considered.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student in the Multicultural Community Clinical Psychology emphasis area and/or engaged in service to a minority community
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a copy of your approved dissertation proposal
• Submit an essay of up to two-pages
  • Showing evidence of your involvement with the MCCP program and/or
  • Showing evidence of your involvement in service to a minority community
  • Showing evidence of financial need, if any.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Elizabeth A. Fetter Scholarship

Elizabeth "Liz" Fetter is a successful businessperson who has served as Chief Executive Officer and other executive positions at various high-tech companies, including Symmetricom Inc., Jacent Technologies, Inc., NorthPoint Communications Group and SBC Communications Inc. Additionally, she has served on the Board of Trustees for Alliant International University as first a Trustee, then as the Chair of the Board.

The Elizabeth A Fetter Scholarship is awarded to a female student studying any educational level of management or leadership at the California School of Management and Leadership at Alliant.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Female student studying at any educational level of Management or Leadership at the California School of Management and Leadership at Alliant 
• Student in good standing
• Have not previous been a recipient of the Elizabeth A. Fetter Scholarship

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit the requested essays

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Emeriti Scholarship

The Emeriti Scholarship was established to assist students with the funds in order to complete their dissertation. Funds awarded should be used to purchase measurements, to incentivize study participants, on photocopying expenses or publication or presentation expenses.

The Emeriti Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP-San Diego Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD student who has obtained approval for their dissertation proposal.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-San Diego student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student must have obtained dissertation proposal approval
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an abstract of your dissertation 
• Submit a brief statement describing your plans for the awarded funds
• Submit a budget for the awarded funds

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 there are two $500 scholarships available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time.
• Award funds will be disbursed in the Fall semester to aid with dissertation expenses and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Estelle & Irving Kreindel Memorial Scholarship

Paulette Penton, PhD, an alumna of CSPP-Los Angeles, established the Estelle and Irving Kreindel Memorial Scholarship in memory of her deceased parents. Dr. Penton's parents were a significant source of support and encouragement during her graduate school experience.

The Estelle & Irving Kreindel Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student in good standing, with financial need and is in the dissertation or project design phase of his/her degree program.

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-Los Angeles Clinical PhD or PsyD program student
• Student in good standing
• Student with financial need
• Student in the design phase of his/her dissertation/project.
  • Priorty will be given to projects/dissertations in the attachment, separation and loss body of knowledge.

Ferne Miller Memorial Research Scholarship

Ferne Miller completed her undergraduate work at UCLA in 1985. Ferne immediately began her graduate studies at CSPP-San Diego that same year. Before the end of her second year at CSPP, she was diagnosed for the second time in her short life with cancer. Tragically the Hodgkin's disease, which she had battled earlier in her life, had returned.

While continuing her studies at CSPP, Ferne took her chemotherapy treatments and worked at The Escondido Youth Encounter where she was considered a wonderful psychologist. Continuing her classes to the end, Ferne succumbed to the disease in October of 1987.

In memory of Ferne and her dedication to psychology, her parents Dr. Edward and Mrs. Leslea Miller, other family members and friends established the Ferne Miller Memorial Research Fund.

Originally, this scholarship was for students conducting research in the area of psychosocial oncology, including projects that study how psychological and environmental factors may affect the etiology, disease course and adaptation to cancer and other terminal diseases, however, the Miller Family has decided to broaden the focus to support dissertations across the spectrum of clinical psychology.

The Ferne Miller Memorial Research Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP-San Diego Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD student who was obtained approval for their dissertation proposal.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-San Diego student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student must obtained dissertation proposal approval
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an abstract of your dissertation
• Submit an essay describing:
  • Your goals;
  • What you have done thus far to achieve these goals;
  • What you hope to accomplish with your degree;
  • Where you see yourself in five years after obtaining your degree; and
  • Why you are deserving of this scholarship.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Herbert Baker Memorial Scholarship (Organizational Psychology)

Dr. Herbert Baker had been a part of the Alliant family since he received his PhD from United States International University (USIU) in 1977. A tenured professor from USIU, he had directed Industrial-Organizational programs at the San Diego campus since 1989, initially as Director of I-O Programs in USIU's Department of Psychology and Family Studies, and later as Program Director of Alliant's Organizational Psychology division.

Although a detail-oriented and dedicated administrator, Dr. Baker's real passion was working with students. As one of the core faculty, Dr. Baker taught courses in I-O Psychology, consulting, leadership, management, organizational development and social psychology.

Dr. Baker retired from the US Marine Corps with more than 20 years of service, with personal decorations that include the Silver Star and Navy Commendation medals. In addition to combat citations, he was cited for management of a correctional facility and for development of a small group psychotherapy program which was later adopted and instituted at a military drug rehabilitation center.

The Herbert Baker Memorial Scholarship is awarded to an incoming or continuing Organizational Psychology student..
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant student
• Student in any of Alliant's Organizational Psychology programs
• Student in good standing
• Additional criteria:
  • Financial need

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a one to two page statement that includes:
  • Introduction
  • Your financial need
  • Why you chose a degree program in Organizational Psychology
  • What career you intend to pursue after you have earned your degree
     

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Jei Africa Dissertation Award for Filipino American Studies

The Jei Africa Dissertation Award for Filipino American Studies, which is generously provided by Dr. Jei Africa, an alumnus of CSPP-San Francisco. Dr. Africa was born and raised in the Philippines and is now a clinical psychologist who is certified as addiction and domestic violence counselor.

Eligibility Consideration

• Clinical PhD or PsyD program student
• Student in good standing
• Student who has advanced to doctoral candidacy
• Student in the process of completing dissertation

Jerrold M. Ladar Scholarship

Jerrold M. Ladar was prominent San Francisco Federal criminal law attorney that by day defended many of the Bay Area's high profile cases, and by night taught criminal law classes at San Francisco Law School. Mr. Ladar was active in the American Bar Association Criminal Law Section and edited "In Re," the criminal law newsletter for the California Bar Association.

Eligibility consideration

• Current SFLS student
• Student in good standing
• Student has participated in SFLS clinical public service program that usually requires students to dedicate 75 hours per semester to an internship in either:
  • the US Attorney's Office; Office of the Federal Public Defender;
  • state prosecutor or public defender office;
  • State of CA office of Administrative Hearings;
  • or the like.

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit requested essay(s)
• Submit supporting information/documentaton regarding your public service

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University
• Previous recipients of the Jerrold M. Ladar Scholarship are not eligible to repeat as recipients.

Jim Stophel Scholarship

Jim Stophel was a long-time Los Angeles staff member who died of AIDS in 1989. Family, friends and colleagues created the scholarship to honor Jim Stophel. The scholarship is available to all Los Angeles students and is meant to recognize creative talents in Los Angeles students.

The Jim Stophel Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant student at the Los Angeles campus based on submission of creative work (e.g. poetry, creative writing, photography, art).
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant Los Angeles student
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit a piece of creative work (e.g. poetry, creative writing, photography, art)
• Submit a cover letter that:
  • Describes your creative work;
  • Identifies your role (e.g. author, photographer, artist, writer, director); and
  • Discusses what the entry means to you.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Jody Starr Leibovitz Memorial Scholarship

Jody Starr Leibovitz was a student at the Los Angeles campus. Tragically, she was one of the more than 100 drowing victims of the Kern River in 1974.  Her family established the memorial scholarship fund in her memory.

The Jody Starr Leibovitz Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a first or second year female CSPP student in the Los Angeles Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program demonstrating financial need, while attempting to pay for her own expenses while attending graduate school.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Female CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student in their first or second year
• Student in good standing
• Student with financial need

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an essay of up to two-pages
  • Describing why you are deserving of the scholarship
  • What you have done professionally and academically that makes you a viable candidate
  • What kind of contributions you hope to make to the broad community/field of Psychology upon graduation.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Judith E. N. Albino, PhD Scholarship

Judith E. N. Albino, PhD was the founding president of Alliant International University. 

Dr. Albino grew up in Tennessee. As a young girl, her father died, leaving her mother to care for the family and run the family grocery business. Though it was a struggle, Dr. Albino's mother was able to complete her college education. According to Dr. Albino, it was her mother's struggle that inspired and encouraged her to pursue her own education.

The Judith E. N. Albino, PhD Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant student demonstrating financial need, who displays commitment to achieving professional goals and pursuit of educational experiences to reach those goals.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant student
• Student in good standing
• Student with financial need

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an essay describing:
  • Your goals;
  • What you have done thus far to achieve these goals;
  • What you hope to accomplish with your degree;
  • Where you see yourself in five years after obtaining your degree;
  • Why you decided to attend Alliant International University; and
  • Why you are deserving of this scholarship.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 three $2,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Lucile Phillips Morrison Disabled Student Scholarship

Lucile Phillips Morrison was an early benefactor of CSPP-LA.  She was passionate about higher education.

The Lucile Phillips Morrison Disabled Student Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant student on the Los Angeles campus with physical, mental or learning disability.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Los Angeles student
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a one-page description of the disability:
  • What it is;
  • How it affects or limits your abilities;
  • If you have primarily experienced medial model or other types of interventions;
  • The effect on your family; and
  • How the disability has impacted your decision to come to Alliant.
• Submit an essay discussing, from a subjective and personal perspective, one of the following aspects of the disability experience:
  • Accessibility
  • Asking for Help
  • Loss
  • Pain
  • Stigma

• For 2022-2023 there are two $2,000 scholarships available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Lucile Phillips Morrison Scholarship

Lucile Phillips Morrison was an early benefactor of the CSPP-LA.  She was passionate about higher education.

The Lucile Phillips Morrison Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP student in the Los Angeles Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program that  has advanced to doctoral candidacy.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student must have been advanced to doctoral candidacy
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a letter or memo from your program coordinator verifying your advancement to candidacy
• Submit a 2 to 3 page essay describing why you believe you are deserving of the scholarship, focusing on:
  • What you have done professionally and academically while at Alliant that makes you a viable candidate
  • What kind of contribution you hope to make to the broad community/field of psychology upon graduation
  • What and whose research has inspired you and how that research affects your plans

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $1,250 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Marco Garcia Memorial Fellowship

The Marco Garcia Memorial Fellowship was established by the Garcia Family Foundation and CSPP-LA alumnus, Rick Martinez.  Marco Garcia was a young Latino male who struggled with depression during his lifetime. Finding a lack of resources available for Latino/a psychologists, the Garcia Family Foundation established the scholarship in Marco's memory.

The Marco Garcia Memorial Fellowship is awarded to fulltime CSPP-LA students in Clinical Psychology MA, PhD and PsyD programs, or the CFT MA or PsyD programs that are committed to serving the Latino/a community.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant student at the Los Angeles campus
• Student in the Clinical Psychology MA, PhD or PsyD programs or CFT MA or PsyD programs
• Student in good standing
• Student committed to serving the Latino/a community

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an essay describing:
  • Your personal background;
  • Your professional and/or volunteer experience specifying service to the Latino/a community;
  • Your goals as a mental health practitioner; and
  • Critical issues facing underserved/multicultural communities
• Submit one letter of recommendation from an Alliant faculty member or a training supervisor

• Awarding of Funds

• Generally 1 to 5 scholarships are available. The quantity and amount vary as the awards are determined by the donor.
• Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Patricia Fraser Reis Memorial Scholarship

Patricia Fraser Reis was a student in at CSPP-LA.  Upon her death in 1973, her husband asked that in lieu of flowers, gifts be made to the Patricia Fraser Reis Memorial Fund.

The Patricia Fraser Reis Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a CSPP student in the Los Angeles Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD program.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD programs
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a 2 to 3 page essay describing:
  • What you have done professionally and academically while at Alliant that makes you a viable candidate
  • What kind of contribution you hope to make to the broad community/field of psychology upon graduation
  • What and whose research has inspired you and how that research affects your plans

• For 2022-2023 one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

President's Scholarship

The President's Scholarship is awarded to an Alliant student displaying involvement in social change and linkage to other disciplines, professions and/or communities as a part of that involvement.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant student
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit the requested essay

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $1,750 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Richard A. Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship

Richard A. Rodriguez, PhD was born in National City, CA on September 3, 1959 and died unexpectedly on January 12, 2008 in his home in San Francisco.  He was a much beloved faculty member of the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. 

The Richard A. Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship was created with donations from Dr. Rodriguez's family, friends and CSPP/Alliant colleagues.  The scholarship is awarded to an Alliant doctoral student displaying significant contributions to LGBT Latino/a psychology.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Currently enrolled Alliant doctoral student or applying to a doctoral degree program at Alliant
• Student in good standing
• Student demonstrating outstanding community leadership and/or research, or clear intention to contribute professionally to the well-being of the LGBT Latino/a population in any area of psychological inquiry or application

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit a description of how this scholarship award may further your professional contributions to LGBT Latino Psychology in the areas of research, practice, education, community well-being, or public policy change would further your contributions to the LGBT community
• Submit an essay describing your leadership activities and/or other contributions to the LGBT Latino community, or your intentions to make such contributions in the future, including such things as:
  • Leadership activities in Latino LGBT and Allies groups within or outside of Alliant
  • Scholarly contributions such as research projects or publications, with a description of how they may benefit the LGBT Latino community
  • Significant clinical, educational, or advocacy work on behalf of the LGBT Latino/a population within or outside of Alliant
  • Other innovative LGBT Latino projects that may have a positive impact on individual, family, school, community, or organizational well-being.
• Submit letters of recommendation from two individuals supporting your application for this scholarship.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $1,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Richard R. Kopp Scholarship

Eligibility Consideration

• CSPP-LA student
• Student in the Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD or CFT PsyD programs
• Student in good standing
• Student with academic excellence, as demonstrated by a grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit an essay describing:
  • How the ideas from Dr. Kopps' book Metaphor Therapy: Using Client-Generated Metaphors in Psychotherapy have stimulated your personal and professional growth
  • Examples of how you have used client-generated metaphors as an intervention technique in psychotherapy and how by helping clients identify and explore their own metaphors, you have been able to stimulate their positive growth and change. (Examples might include how you helped a client explore and transform his or her metaphoric language and/or how you helped a client explore and transform an early memory metaphore. Examples should include thoughtful discussion of the client growth and change that was fostered through the use of client-generated metaphor.)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Robert W. Crown Memorial Scholarship

Robert W. Crown, a 1951 alumnus of SFLS, was a highly respected California State Assemblyman.  First elected to the Assembly in 1956 to represent the 14th district (Alameda, Oakland and San Leandro), he then went on to serve as Chairman on the Ways and Means Committee under Assembly Speaker Jess Unruh. During this time, Crown authored many appropriation bills, one of which resulted in the development of Alameda State Park Beach, now known as Crown Memorial State Beach. He was voted by Capitol correspondents as one the most effective, hardest working, best all-around Assemblymen in Sacramento.

Mr. Crown was much admired and respected by his fellow legislators that upon his sudden death in May 1973, they banded together and created SFLS's Robert W. Crown Memorial Scholarship.. 

Eligibility Consideration

• Current SFLS student
• Be in good academic standing
• 4th year student

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit requested essays

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $4,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the student's account at Alliant International University

Stephanie Byers-Bell Scholarship

Research and publications that highlight race are rare, and when race is discussed, it is authored mostly and edited almost entirely by white scholars. In an effort to combat systemic racism, nationally widespread continued social and civil unrest and human inequality, the Alliant Educational Foundation has established an endowment fund in the name of Stephanie Byers-Bell. Stephanie joined CSPP-LA in November of 1978 and has worked directly with thousands of students. Her dedication to student success while diligently working to create a campus community that acknowledges and embraces diversity is significant.
 
Eligibility Consideration

• Los Angeles campus doctoral student of color (American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander) completing their dissertation with a focus on racial and/or gender equality.
• Student must have successfully held preliminary oral/defense.
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Please submit your completed application packet to info@allianted.org. 
• The application packet should include:
  • Completed scholarship application form 
  • CV/Resume
  • Dissertation proposal
  • Dissertation Committee Approval form

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023, one $5,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please contact your Los Angeles Campus Director, Stephanie Byers-Bell.

 

Tak Yoshino Scholarship

William Randolph Hearst Scholarship

The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship was established with a gift from The Hearst Foundation, Inc. The Hearst Foundation, Inc. was founded by William Randolph Hearst in 1945. In 1948 Hearst established the California Charities Foundations, later renamed The William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Both Foundations are guided by the same charitable mission, which reflects the philanthropic interests of their founder.
 

In the 20th century, William Randolph Hearst had considerable influence into publishing, politics, motion pictures, the art world and everyday American life. In 1887, Hearst became proprietor of the San Francisco Examiner. Shortly after, he purchased the New York Morning Journal, which would become the second in a long list of newspaper holdings that Hearst acquired throughout his life. He started one of the first print-media companies to enter radio broadcasting and was an early pioneer of television. Hearst was a major producer of movie newsreels, and is widely credited with creating the comic strip syndication business. In 1902, his interest in politics led to his election to the United States House of Representatives as a Congressman from New York.

The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship is awarded to a full-time, domestic undergraduate student demonstrating potential for success.
 

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant undergraduate student
• Student is a full-time, domestic student
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit scholarship application
• Submit your CV/resume
• Submit the requested essays

Awarding of Funds

• For 2022-2023 two $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 5pm PDT on April 30, 2022.
• Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for full amount of award
• Award funds will be disbursed in equal increments between the Fall and Spring semesters and will be applied to the recipient’s student account at Alliant International University

Yellow Ribbon Grant

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have 100% eligibility for the Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33).
• Must be a current student or new student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted and confirmed into an Alliant degree program.
• Please note that Yellow Ribbon Program funding, along with its corresponding match from the VA, replaces any previously awarded institutional grants and/or scholarships. 
• Must upload the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

*Note: Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements for the scholarship selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a scholarship award.
It is the students’ responsibility to ensure they fully understand all terms and conditions associated with their scholarship. Students must remain in compliance with all university and scholarship requirements and may be required to verify their eligibility each term/semester. Any failure to meet all terms may result in the loss of scholarship. 

​Scholarship awards are exclusively for the 2022/2023 academic year and are not automatically renewable