American Psychiatric Association

Vanguard Resident Fellowship

The Vanguard Resident Fellowship (SAMHSA Minority Fellowship Program) aims to improve mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services. The program supports psychiatric residents through project funding, professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities within the APA.

Award

Funding to support Capstone Project

Deadline

March 15, 2027

Level

Graduate

Status

144 days left

PsychiatryMental HealthSubstance Use Disorder Services

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Application effort
High (essay, recommendation letters, resume)
Who can apply
Graduate students

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Who is eligible

  • Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or noncitizen national
  • 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) demonstrating leadership, creativity, clinical skills, extra-curricular activities, and publications/presentations
  • Training Director evaluation
  • Additional reference letters of recommendation
  • Compelling personal statement

How to apply

  • Prepare required application documents including your CV and personal statement
  • Obtain a recommendation evaluation from your Training Director and additional references
  • Submit the application through the provider's online system before the March 15 deadline
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Sources & verification

Official listing:
https://www.psychiatry.org/residents-medical-students/residents/fellowships/available-apa-apaf-fellowships/samhsa-minority-fellowship
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