Access Path to Psychology and Law Experience (AP) Program
The AP Program offers research experience, mentoring, and professional development to underrepresented students in psychology and law, preparing them for graduate study and careers in the field.
Funder: American Psychology-Law Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per student; typically $1,500/semester stipend plus $1,000 for conference travel; 4 full awards/year or more partial awards.
Summary: Supports underrepresented undergraduate and terminal master’s students in psychology and law with research experience, mentoring, and funding to boost diversity and prepare for graduate study.
Description
The Access Path to Psychology and Law Experience (AP) Program is designed to increase diversity in the field of psychology and law by supporting promising undergraduate and terminal master’s students from underrepresented backgrounds. The program provides financial support, research experience, mentoring, and professional development opportunities—including attendance at the AP-LS conference—to help students prepare for graduate school and future careers in psychology and law. Faculty are encouraged to identify eligible students who are not currently engaged in research to participate in new, meaningful projects within their labs.
