Weiss Writing Prize
The Weiss Writing Prize recognizes lead authors of college mental health articles describing successful, creative student retention programs that other campuses could adopt to improve student care.
Funder: American College Health Foundation
Due Dates: January 14, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,500 prize
Summary: Recognizes a lead author whose college mental health article describes an innovative student retention program that other campuses could adopt.
Key Information: Applicants must be eligible ACHA members; only the lead author can receive the cash prize.
Description
The American College Health Foundation awards the Weiss Writing Prize to the lead author of a pivotal publication in college mental health. Supported by the Stephan D. Weiss, PhD Mental Health Fund for Higher Education, the prize promotes work that could improve mental health care and service delivery for college students.
The winning article should demonstrate a successful student retention program for students with mental health issues, offering creative solutions that other campuses could implement. Articles published in the Journal of American College Health receive preference, but articles in other peer-refereed journals are also eligible.
