Esther Katz Rosen Pre College Psychology Grant Program
Forecasted
Esther Katz Rosen Pre College Psychology Grant Program funds psychology education for gifted and talented high school students to improve instruction and encourage them to pursue careers in psychology.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One $13,000 grant; funds used within 12 months of payment
Summary: Supports psychology education projects for gifted and talented high school students to improve instruction and encourage psychology careers.
Key Information: Applicants must be educational institutions, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, or individuals affiliated with qualifying institutions.
Description
The American Psychological Foundation (APF) administers this program to improve education in psychological science and its application in secondary schools for high-ability students. Proposals must focus on providing education for gifted and talented high school students. The program has two central goals: improving the quality of high school psychology education and encouraging high-ability students to pursue careers in psychology.
Funding comes from the Esther Katz Rosen Fund, established through a bequest supporting the advancement and application of knowledge about gifted children. The program considers projects’ contributions to its educational goals, applicants’ ability to accomplish the proposed work, and the likelihood of producing generalizable outcomes. Previously funded work includes student research initiatives and residential summer programming for young psychologists.
