American Psychiatric Association
Vanguard Resident Fellowship (SAMHSA Minority Fellowship Program)
The Vanguard Resident Fellowship aims to advance the quality of mental and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services for underserved populations. The program supports psychiatry residents in developing leadership, clinical, and research skills through professional development, mentorship, and funding for a Capstone Project.
Award
Funding to support Capstone Project
Deadline
March 15, 2027
Level
Graduate
Status
144 days left
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- Application effort
- Medium (essay, resume)
- Who can apply
- Graduate students
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Who is eligible
- Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or noncitizen national
- Be at the PGY-1 level or higher at the time of matriculation
- Remain in training during the entire duration of the fellowship
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering patient-centered mental health care for all
What you'll need
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) showcasing leadership, creativity, clinical skills, extra-curricular activities, and publications/presentations
- Strong recommendations, including a Training Director evaluation and additional references
- Compelling personal statement
How to apply
- Prepare required application materials including a CV, personal statement, Training Director evaluation, and reference letters.
- Submit the application online via the American Psychiatric Association fellowship portal before the deadline.
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://www.psychiatry.org/residents-medical-students/residents/fellowships/available-apa-apaf-fellowships/samhsa-minority-fellowship
- How this listing was added:
- Summarized from psychiatry.org
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Deadlines and amounts change. Always verify details with American Psychiatric Association before submitting.
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