Note: These fellowships are sponsored through The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI).

The James Marshall Public Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship (applications due January 2, 2025): The SPSSI James Marshall Public Policy Fellowship trains early career scientists to 1) contribute to the effective use of scientific knowledge about social issues in the formation of public policy at the federal level; 2) educate the scientific community about how research can contribute to the development of public policy; and 3) establish a more effective liaison between social scientists and various policymaking mechanisms. (See complete details and application instructions on the SPSSI website.)

Dalmas A. Taylor Memorial Summer Policy Fellowship (application deadline for Summer 2025 is February 1, 2025): This predoctoral fellowship honors the memory of Dalmas A. Taylor, who passed away during his term as President of SPSSI. Dr. Taylor had been involved for many years with SPSSI. In addition, he was instrumental in establishing the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Psychological Association and in increasing APA’s attention to the inclusion of people of color.

Applicants must be currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited doctoral program in psychology or a related field. In addition, they must have demonstrated a commitment to a career with a focus on ethnic minority issues. Applicants should not have completed their doctoral program by the time they begin the fellowship. (See complete details and application instructions on the SPSSI website.)