American Sociological Association (ASA), Minority Fellowship Program

Deadline: January 31, 2012 

Length: 1- 3 yrs.

Eligibility Requirements: Fellows must be citizens or non-citizen nationals of the United States, or a permanent resident and have in their possession an Alien Registration Card. Member of one of the following minorities: Black, Latino, American Indian, Asian American, or Pacific Islanders. Open to students accepted to or enrolled in PhD programs, that intend to pursue careers on sociological aspects of mental health issues. Stipends of $18,000 per year plus tuition.

Program Description: The fellowship supports the development and training of sociologists of color in mental illness and disorders and related co-morbidities (i.e. alcohol and drug abuse). The fellowship is awarded for 12 months and may be extended for up to 3 years. The MFP is primarily designed for minority students entering a doctoral program in sociology for the first time or for those who are in the early stages of their graduate programs.

For More Information: ASA Minority Affairs Program 1430 K Street, NW Suite 600 Washington, DC 20005

(202) 383-9005

minority.affairs@asanet.org

www.asanet.org/funding/index.cfm