Emerging Psychiatrists Program (EPP)
The APA Emerging Psychiatrists Program is a year-long virtual mentorship and research-focused initiative for medical students interested in psychiatry.
Funder: American Psychiatric Association (https://www.psychiatry.org)
Due Dates: September 21, 2026: Application deadline for Emerging Psychiatrists Program (EPP) — applications due by 11:59 p.m. Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time
Funding Amounts: $500 APA publishing certificate; participation includes virtual curriculum, APA Annual Meeting attendance, and professional resources (no direct stipend specified).
Summary: Year-long virtual program for medical students offering mentorship, specialty exposure, and career development in psychiatry.
Description
The Emerging Psychiatrists Program (EPP), administered by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) as part of its Workforce Development Initiative, is a comprehensive, year-long virtual program designed for medical students interested in psychiatry. The program provides advanced learning experiences led by renowned psychiatrists, structured mentorship, exposure to a range of psychiatric subspecialties, and participation in the APA Annual Meeting and other in-person events. Participants also receive a $500 APA publishing certificate and access to professional resources through the APA Learning Center. The EPP aims to enhance awareness of psychiatry as a career, broaden understanding of the field, and support career development in mental health services.
