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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 a copy of your CV / resume
• 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 2024-2025, one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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

Dr. Frederick W. Dow was a prominent member of the faculty and administration of United States International University (USIU). He was instrumental in the development of the Graduate School of Business at USIU where he was dean of the school of business and management from March 1986 to August 1988 and a faculty member from September 1977 through 2001, as Professor Emeritus.  Dr. Dow had been especially interested in the aspects of international business.

He received a bachelor of science degree in chemistry, magna cum laude, in 1940, a master’s degree from the University of Massachusetts in physical chemistry with high distinction, in 1942 and a PhD from Yale University in 1954. He was elected to Sigma Xi and Phi Kappa Phi. He served as a director of the Berkel Co. and director and chairman of the Board of Kestrel, Inc. He served as chairman of the Minority Venture Co., president of the Economic Development Corporation of South Bend, Ind., and consultant to the McKinney Commission, a presidential commission for Lyndon Baines Johnson.

Dr. Dow passed away in 2001.

The Frederick W. Dow Scholarship is awarded to a CSML-San Diego Business Administration student who meets all eligibility criteria and satisfactorily responds to the essay prompts.

Eligibility Consideration

• San Diego Student
• Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) student at the California School of Management and Leadership
• Student in good standing

Application Process

• Submit your completed scholarship application
• Submit a copy of your CV / resume
• Submit the requested essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025, two $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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

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

• Personal medical, dental, or mental health emergencies
• Emergency family medical or death expenses for those you financially support
• Safety and health related needs
• Rent and utilities, in case of emergency
  • For example: If you are hospitalized and unable to work, therefore you cannot pay your rent
• Care for dependents
• Costs related to major accidents or loss due to fire, theft, or natural disaster

• Tuition and fees from Alliant, or any other expenses at other institutions of higher education
• Legal fees
• Student travel/conference/lodging
• Non-essential utilities (as determined by Committee)
• Costs of entertainment, recreation, personal, or non-emergency travel expenses
• Outstanding personal debt, including credit card debt

• Eligibility is limited to one AEF Student Emergency Fund award per calendar year.
• Student must be in good academic standing or supply a relevant letter from their Program Director
• Student must be currently taking classes at Alliant International University
  • During summer semester, student must be registered for at least six (6) credits for fall semester if not enrolled in summer classes
• Student must submit a completed online application, a personal statement, and supplementary documents showing financial need
• Students are only eligible to receive this grant once per calendar year
• Students must have exhausted all other financial options (considered on a case by case basis)
• All students are welcome to apply, independent of immigration status

• Submit your completed application
• Submit your personal statement: 
  • Tell us what happened
  • Explain why this was unanticipated
  • Specify amount and purpose of funds requested; and
    Tell us how this affects your education.
• Submit your documentation of financial need (For example, include a copy of a bill, quote for a procedure, demand for rent, etc.)
• Once all submission requirements are met, a representative from the Committee will contact you as quickly as possible to set up a time to speak. Please thoroughly review the requirements before applying.

Allan Harry Rhoads was a 1982 alumnus of CSPP-LA.  When Allan Rhoads lost his life in an automobile accident, the school worked with his partner and friends to create a memorial that would perpetuate both his contributions to gay/lesbian research and his dignity as an openly gay man.

The Allan Harry Rhoads scholarship is awarded to a student whose research project / dissertation best exemplifies Allan's life commitments.

Eligibility Consideration

• 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

• 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 2024.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this grant.

• $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

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements.
• The student must apply by the add/drop date of a term or semester to be eligible to receive the grant in that respective term.
• Award for Master's degree level is spread over two years of $1,250 per academic year.  Award for Doctoral degree level is spread over four years of $1,250 per academic year. 
• For 15-week semester-based students, the award funds will be disbursed in increments of $625 per upcoming Fall and Spring semester for the continuation of the program until the scholarships have been exhausted.
• For 8-week term-based students, the award funds will be disbursed in increments of $312.50 per upcoming August, October, January, and March term for the continuation of the program until the scholarships have been exhausted.
• The scholarship will only be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded due to 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 the Alliant Scholarship FAQ 2024-2025 for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

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.

• 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 2024 Semester/August 2024 Term.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
• 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.

• 20 Scholarships are available for incoming students in the amount of $4,000 each.
• 17 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 2024 and Spring 2025 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1000 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 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.
• Please see Alliant’s Scholarship FAQ for additional information on the scholarship structure and awarding process.

• Must have been enrolled in the MSN-DE or Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Nursing Core curriculum since the Spring trimester of 2024 and must remain continuously enrolled.
• Must have achieved and maintain an Alliant GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must complete and submit an essay (max 500 words) that addresses their experience in Alliant’s School of Nursing and Health Sciences degree program and how the program will contribute to their immediate and long-range career plans. 
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers are not eligible for this scholarship.

• Award funds will be disbursed in 3 equal disbursements $1,666.66 for the Summer 2024, Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 trimester and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• The award recipient must maintain an Alliant cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
• The award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 
• 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 the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

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 the requested essay(s)
• Submit your CV/resume

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025, two $1,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• 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

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
• Submit proposed budget 

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025, one $500 scholarships is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 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.

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into the Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling program at Alliant’s virtual campus for the Fall 2024 semester
• Students enrolling in the Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Therapy program are eligible for awards of $5,000.
• Applicant must complete a 500-word essay on how your Clinical Counseling 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

Awarding of Funds

• 12 Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each are available for Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling (virtual campus) students
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements.
• The award recipient must maintain good academic standing
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with $2,500.00 distributed for Fall 2024 and $2,500.00 distributed for Spring 2025 semesters 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.
• Please see Alliant’s Scholarship FAQ for additional information on the scholarship structure and awarding process.

Deadline: July 28, 2024, 5 pm PST

The evaluations have been completed. Please check "My Awards" to see if you have been awarded. 

Note: Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements for the scholarship selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a scholarship award.

It is the student’s 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.

• 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 2024 or August 2024 Term.
• Students enrolling in the Clinical Psychology PhD and Clinical Psychology PsyD programs are eligible to receive awards of up to $10,000 to $15,000.
• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in most recent college work. Scholarship awards will be tiered by GPA.
• Students enrolling in all other on-ground CSPP Programs are eligible to receive awards of $5000.
• 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.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

• ​70 Scholarships are available for Clinical Psychology Doctoral-level study
  • • 3.5 and above cumulative GPA in most recent college-level work:
      • Clinical Psychology (PsyD) or Clinical Psychology (PhD) $15,000 – 35 Awards
    •  3.0 – 3.49 cumulative GPA in most recent college-level work:  
      • Clinical Psychology (PsyD) or Clinical Psychology (PhD) $10,000 – 35 Awards
• If designated program/degree type scholarship funds remain after all eligible award recipients have been selected from applications meeting the March 2024 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 2024 and half distributed for Spring 2025.  All awards will be applied only 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.

• 25 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
• If designated program/degree type scholarship funds remain after all eligible award recipients have been selected from applications meeting the March 2024 deadline, remaining designated funds may be reallocated to the general CSPP IMPACT scholarship pool.
• The award recipient must be enrolled full-time (8 units and more) and continuously for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. 
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with $2,500 distributed for Fall 2024 and $2,500 distributed for Spring 2025 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 $1,250 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025 terms for 8-week term-based students.  All awards will be applied to tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• 15-week Semester award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in Fall 2024 for continued eligibility for award in Spring 2025.
• The 8-week Term award recipient must achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher in the August 2024 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025.
• 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.

• Applicant must be a new Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy program at Alliant’s virtual campus for the Summer 2024 semester
• Students enrolling in the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy program are eligible for awards of $5,000.
• Applicant must complete a 500-word essay on how your Marriage and Family Therapy 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

• 10 Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each are available for Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (virtual campus) students
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with $2,500.00 distributed for Summer 2024 and $2,500.00 distributed for Fall 2024 semesters 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.
• Please see Alliant’s Scholarship FAQ for additional information on the scholarship structure and awarding process.

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy or Doctor of Psychology in Marriage and Family Therapy student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy or Doctor of Psychology in Marriage and Family Therapy program  for virtual campus and starting on Fall 2024 semester
• Students enrolling in the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy or Doctor of Psychology in Marriage and Family Therapy program are eligible for awards of $5,000.
• Applicant must complete a 500-word essay on how your Marriage and Family Therapy 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
   

Awarding of Funds:

• 10 Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each are available for new Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy or Doctor of Psychology in Marriage and Family Therapy (virtual campus) students
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 
• The award recipient must maintain good academic standing
• Award funds will be disbursed in two installments with $2,500.00 distributed for Fall 2024 and $2,500.00 distributed for Spring 2025 semesters 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.
• Please see the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements
   

Priority Deadline: March 29, 2024, 5 pm PST

Deadline: July 28, 2024, 5 pm PST

The evaluations have been completed. Please check "My Awards" to see if you have been awarded. 

*Note: Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements for the scholarship selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a scholarship award

Eligibility Consideration:

• Applicant must be a new Master of Social Work student who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into the Master of Social Work program at Alliant’s virtual campus for the Summer or Fall 2024 semester
• Students enrolling in the Master of Social Work program are eligible for awards of $5,000
• Applicant must complete a 500-word essay on how your Master of Social Work 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

Awarding of Funds

• 20 Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each are available for Master of Social Work (virtual campus) students
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements.
• The award recipient must maintain good academic standing
• Award funds will be disbursed in three installments of $1,666.67 distributed for the Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2024 or 2025 semester 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.
• Please see the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

Priority Deadline March 29, 2024, 5 pm PST

Deadline: June 28, 2024, 5 pm PST

The evaluations have been completed. Please check "My Awards" to see if you have been awarded. 

*Note: Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements for the scholarship selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a scholarship award.

It is the student’s 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.

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.

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 2024-2025, two $5,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 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

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 on the San Diego campus with a minimum of 3.7 GPA having an interest and knowledge of the United Nations and international affairs, serving others, promoting multicultural understanding, cooperation and peace, as well as peaceful mental and emotional functioning.

Eligibility Consideration

• Alliant - San Diego student
• 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 the requested essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025, three $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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.

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.

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

• 1 scholarship is available in the amount of $5,000
• The award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements.
• Award funds will be disbursed in increments of $2,500 per semester for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 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 the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

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 2024-2025, one $2,500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility 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

• 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 Fall 2024 Semesters.
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Public Policy, and Law
  • 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 for 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.

• 5 Scholarship is available in the amount of $2,000.
• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled.
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $1000 for the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semester 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 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 
• 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 the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

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

  • Doctor of Business Administration

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership

• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

• All students are eligible for this award during their first and second years 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 their most recent college-level studies. Must submit a copy of your transcript for your most recent college-level studies.

• Please see the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

• Submit an essay addressing the following*:

  • Explain why you're applying for a scholarship and how it will impact your ability to complete your program.

  • Share one of your favorite experiences where you had a positive impact on someone or a situation.

  • Share an experience where you've helped others.

*All essay submissions must be the original work of the scholarship applicant. Content produced by any artificial intelligence (AI) tool or resource is not permitted and WILL NOT be considered, resulting in disqualification from consideration.

Fall 2024 Awarding of Funds

• 4 Scholarships are available in the amount of $2,000 and will be awarded to students for Fall 2024.

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarship FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 

• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal increments of $500 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025, 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

Fall Deadline: March 29, 2024, 5 pm  PST

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Spring 2024 Awarding of Funds

• 2 Scholarships are available in the amount of $1,000 and will be awarded to students for Spring 2025.

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarship FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 

• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal increments of $500 in January 2025 and March 2025 terms, 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.

Spring Deadline: October 11, 2024, 5pm PST

• 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 2024 term:
  • Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management
  • Doctor of Psychology in Educational Psychology
• 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., 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 your experience 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 the current financial assistance you have and how this scholarship will support your career goals.

• 5 Scholarship is available in the amount of $2,000 each
• Award funds will be disbursed in 4 equal disbursements of $500 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled. 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ for full-time requirements.
• 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 the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements.

• Must be a current student in a graduate-level program at 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

• 40 Continuing Student Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000
• Award funds will be disbursed in 2 equal disbursements of $2500 in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1250 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025 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 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarship FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements. 
• The award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in Fall 2024 for continued eligibility for the award in Spring 2025
• The award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in the August 2024 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for award in October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025
• 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

• 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 2024 Semester/August 2024 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.

• 15 New Student Scholarships are available in the amount of $5,000 each.
• 15 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 2024 and Spring 2025 and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University; or 4 equal disbursements of $1250 in August 2024, October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025 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 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. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ 2024-2025 for full-time requirements.
• The award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in Fall 2024 for continued eligibility for the award in Spring 2025.
• Award recipient must achieve a 3.8 GPA or higher in the August 2024 term, and each subsequent term for continued eligibility for the award in October 2024, January 2025, and March 2025.
• 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.
• 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.
• Please see the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

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

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 requested essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025, one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• Award recipient 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 "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 essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025 two $2,000 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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

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 2024-2025 there are two $500 scholarships available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• 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

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 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 the requested essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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

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 2024-2025 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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

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. Dr. Africa wishes to support Filipino American research and/or students of Filipino ancestry pursuing advanced degrees in Clinical Psychology.

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

• Clinical PhD or PsyD program student
• Student in good standing
• Student having Filipino heritage

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 2024-2025 one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11;59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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 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 the requested essay(s)

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025 one $500 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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 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;
  • Your financial need; and
  • Why you are deserving of this scholarship.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025 two $2,500 scholarships are available. Application deadline is 1159pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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 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 2024-2025 there are two $1,750 scholarships available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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 was an early benefactor of the CSPP-LA.  She was passionate about higher education.

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 2024-2025 one $2,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient must be enrolled 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

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 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient 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 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 the requested essay(s)

• For 2024-2025 one $350 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient must be enrolled 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, 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. 

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.

Awarding of Funds

• For 2024-2025 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• Award recipient must be enrolled 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

Dr. Richard R. Kopp was a long-time professor at the Los Angeles campus of California School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Kopp was born in New York City and moved to California in 1960. After a baccalaureate from UCLA, he enrolled in the Human Development graduate program at the University of Chicago, earning a doctorate in 1973. After completing his doctorate, he returned to California to practice and teach clinical psychology. He was a noted Adlerian psychologist, author, and professor. 

The Professor Richard R. Kopp Scholarship for Metaphor and Change in Psychotherapy focuses on creative use of client-generated metaphors in psychotherapy.

There are three broad categories/selection criteria:

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 2024-2025 one $1,000 scholarship is available. Application deadline is 11:59pm PDT on April 30, 2024.
• 2024-2025 Scholarship applications have been reviewed.  Please check your student statement in the student portal to see if you are a recipient.
• 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

• Must be a new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing, Direct Entry (MSN-DE) candidate who meets all admission requirements and has been fully admitted into their degree program for the Fall 2024 trimester.
• Must be enrolled in the BSN and MSN-DE program to be eligible for awards of $10,000. 
• Must be enrolled for the Fall trimester and remain enrolled through the trimester’s add/drop deadline.
• Must complete and submit an essay (500 words minimum) that addresses the following:

• Twelve (12) scholarships in the amount of $10,000 each are available for BSN or MSN-DE students.
• The Award recipient must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. 
• Award recipient must maintain good academic standing.
• Scholarship funds are only applicable to core curriculum coursework.  This excludes BSN general education credits offered in trimester 1 and 2, as well as MSN-DE prerequisite courses.
• BSN students will receive award funds in three consecutive installments (Trimesters) at the onset of their BSN core curriculum in the amount of $3,333.00 each and will be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University.
• Award funds will be disbursed for MSN-DE students in three installments of $3,333.00 each, distributed for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 trimester 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.

• 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)