Esther Katz Rosen Pre College Psychology Grant Program
Esther Katz Rosen Pre College Psychology Grant Program supports psychology education for gifted and talented high school students to improve learning and encourage careers in psychology.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Applications open) | March 5, 2027 (Application deadline, 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Time)
Funding Amounts: One grant of $14,500; funding lasts up to 12 months from payment
Summary: Supports psychology education for gifted and talented high school students to improve learning and encourage careers in psychology.
Key Information: Applicants must be educational institutions, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, or individuals affiliated with qualifying institutions.
Description
The American Psychological Foundation (APF) supports efforts to improve education in psychological science and its application in secondary schools for high-ability students. Projects must focus on providing psychology education for gifted and talented high school students. The program’s goals are to improve the quality of high school psychology education and encourage high-ability students to pursue careers in psychology.
The program draws on the Esther Katz Rosen Fund, established through a bequest supporting the advancement and application of knowledge about gifted children. It emphasizes contributions that advance its educational goals and offer the prospect of generalizable outcomes. Previously funded work includes residential summer programming, student research opportunities, and initiatives promoting excellence in high school research.
