The Melanie Foundation provides scholarships to graduate students in the mental health field, honoring Melanie Merola O’Donnell's legacy. Learn about the award, eligibility, and application process.
Currently enrolled in a graduate program majoring in the mental health field in the United States.; Programs must be accredited by ACGME, APA, CACREP, CSWE, or COAMFTE.; Provide evidence of past involvement in extracurricular, volunteer, research, and/or career-related activities.
Requirements
Curriculum vitae (PDF preferred).; Unofficial undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts (PDF preferred).; Two letters of reference (one from a mental health professional, one from someone known for 5+ years).; Typed, double-spaced essay (max two pages) on how experiences shaped life and how education will assist communities.
Application materials
Curriculum vitae; Transcripts; Letters of reference; Essay
How to apply
Reference letters should be emailed directly to melaniescholarship@live.com with the applicant’s name in the subject line.; All other application materials must be sent together as a PDF in one email.; If documents exceed email space, multiple emails may be sent during the same time frame.
Important dates
Applications due: March 5; Recipients notified and announced: June 30
Documents
Curriculum vitae (PDF preferred); Transcripts (PDF preferred)
Contact
melaniescholarship@live.com
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