Paul E. Henkin School Psychology Travel Grant supports school psychology students’ attendance at the APA Annual Convention, covering travel, lodging, and registration to foster professional development.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One grant of up to $1,000 for APA Annual Convention attendance
Summary: Supports school psychology students’ professional development by helping cover registration, lodging, and travel for the APA Annual Convention.
Key Information: Applicants must be APA Division 16 student members and cannot receive any APA travel reimbursement for convention attendance.
The Paul E. Henkin School Psychology Travel Grant is sponsored by the American Psychological Foundation (APF) and APA Division 16, the Division of School Psychology. It helps student members attend the APA Annual Convention by supporting registration, lodging, and travel expenses. The grant supports convention participation and continuing professional development rather than directly funding a research project.
The program emphasizes commitment to a school psychology career and an understanding of the field’s demands, research opportunities, and practical applications. It recognizes the value of continuing professional development in advancing school psychology, alongside applicants’ scholarly accomplishments and potential. APF encourages applications from students with diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.