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Minority Fellowship Program

At APA, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion to transform the field of psychology. The MFP is rooted in psychological science and breaks down systemic barriers, empowers future leaders from underrepresented communities, and fosters a stronger, more equitable mental health workforce.

Programs / Minority Fellowship Program

About MFP

APA's federally funded Minority Fellowship Programs (MFP) provide comprehensive support to empower future leaders in psychology from 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 lasting success in areas related to ethnic minority psychology, driving positive change and making a lasting impact on the mental health of diverse populations.

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 culturally competent 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.

Learn about MHSAS
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.

Learn about STAY
Training Program

Interdisciplinary Minority Fellowship Program (IMFP)

This fellowship is designed to identify, select, and support the training of ethnic minority graduate students who commit to significantly improving the quality of care provided to ethnic and racial minorities who have a mental or cooccurring mental and substance use disorder.

Learn about IMFP
Mentoring Program

Psychology Summer Institute (PSI)

This intensive, in-person week-long program helps advanced doctoral students and early-career psychologists to enhance their skills and make a positive impact serving underrepresented ethnic and racial minority populations through research or service.

Learn about PSI
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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

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