Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology

Psi Chi/Inez Beverly Prosser Scholarship for Women of Color

This scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Inez Beverly Prosser, the first African American woman to receive a PhD in psychology. It aims to empower women of color to complete their educational journey and pursue advanced degrees in psychology by helping to defray direct educational costs such as tuition, fees, and textbooks.

Award

$3,000

Deadline

July 6 (annually)

Level

Both

Status

Usually due July 6 – next cycle expected

Psychology

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Application effort
Low (no essay or letters listed)
Who can apply
Undergraduate and graduate students

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Who is eligible

  • Must be a woman of color
  • Must be an undergraduate or graduate student
  • Must be pursuing an education in psychology

What you'll need

  • Application must be submitted through the standard Psi Chi Undergraduate or Graduate scholarship applications, as the Prosser scholarship is embedded within them and does not have a separate application

How to apply

  • Access the Psi Chi Undergraduate Scholarship application (deadline June 29, 2026) or the Graduate Scholarship application (deadline July 6, 2026).
  • Complete the application, ensuring you fill out the embedded section designated for the Inez Beverly Prosser Scholarship.
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Sources & verification

Official listing:
https://www.psichi.org/page/prosserscholarship
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