Apply

George C. Thornton, III Graduate Scholarship

American Psychological Association

The George C. Thornton, III Graduate Scholarship is awarded to graduate student demonstrated achievement in both the science and practice of industrial and organizational psychology. Applicants must be members of American Psychological Association Division 14.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    The Thornton scholarship will be given to the graduate student who exemplifies the scientist/practitioner model.
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • College:
    At a recognized I-O degree granting university.
  • Major/Career:
    PhD student in I-O psychology at a recognized I-O degree granting university.
  • Organization:
    Must be a student affiliate of Div. 14 (Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology).

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Letters of recommendation (at least one and no more than three) from graduate faculty.Letters of recommendation from field supervision (at least one and no more than three).
  • Other Materials:
    A statement of graduate program goals and career aspirations.A summary of the nominee's master's thesis not to exceed 10 pages (12-point font, 1" margins, double spaced); the proposal must adhere to accepted formatting guidelines (i.e., APA Style).A summary of the nominee's completed research, (but not the master's thesis) not to exceed 5 pages (12-point font, 1" margins, double spaced; the proposal must adhere to APA Style).A summary of nominee's practice contributions, not to exceed 5 pages (12-point font, 1" margins, double spaced; the proposal must adhere to APA Style).

Contact Information