Minority Fellowship Program
Rooted in psychological science, the MFP empowers future leaders in psychology to become the impactful practitioners underserved communities need.
Programs / Minority Fellowship Program
Applications are now open for MHSAS and STAY fellowships! Apply by January 15.
About MFP
APA's federally funded Minority Fellowship Programs (MFP) provide comprehensive support to empower future leaders in psychology to serve underrepresented communities. Our four MFP programs offer:
- Financial assistance to help you focus on your studies and research
- Expert training to develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your field
- Dedicated mentoring from experienced professionals who understand your unique challenges and aspirations
- Valuable resources and networking opportunities to help you grow personally and professionally
Tailored Support for Every Stage of Your Career
Using a holistic approach, the MFP equips graduate students, postdoctoral trainees, and early career professionals with the tools, confidence, and community support they need to become trailblazers in psychology. Our programs are designed to help you achieve success in psychology, driving positive change and making a lasting impact on the mental health of underserved communities.
Unlock Your Potential
Join a vibrant community of scholars and professionals who share your passion for making a difference. With MFP, you'll gain the tools, knowledge, and network needed to become a changemaker in psychology and beyond.
Training Program
Doctoral and Postdoctoral FellowshipS in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (MHSAS)
These fellowships aim to increase the number of psychologists who can provide effective mental health services to underserved communities and empower aspiring practitioners to make a lasting impact in behavioral health services and prevention.
Applications now open!
Training Program
Services for Transition Age Youth Fellowship (STAY)
This fellowship is designed for students in terminal master’s programs in psychology whose training prepares them to provide mental health services to transition age youth (ages 16 through 25) and their families.
Applications now open!
Training Program
Interdisciplinary Minority Fellowship Program (IMFP)
This fellowship is designed to identify, select, and support the training of graduate students who commit to significantly improving the quality of care provided to underserved communities who have a mental or cooccurring mental and substance use disorder.
Training Program
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM
This training program is designed to give current and future behavioral health practitioners the skills they need to influence behavioral health at the policy level.
I greatly appreciate the mentorship, support and training provided by MFP. This has allowed me grow professionally and provided me with security in the face of many challenges.
MFP Participant
