I'm interested in pursuing a degree in therapy, but scholarships would really help with the costs. Does anyone know of scholarships that focus on students planning to major in therapy-related fields?
Absolutely, there are several scholarships out there for students who are planning to pursue therapy-related majors. Here are a few examples for you:
1. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) offers several scholarships for physical therapy students. They have various criteria, so you'll want to check out their website to see which ones align with your goals and qualifications.
2. The American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) also offers scholarships specifically for occupational therapy students. The number and amount of awards given each year varies, but in general, they award more than 50 scholarships annually.
3. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation offers scholarships for students who are pursuing a degree in speech-language pathology or audiology. There are different awards for undergraduate and graduate students.
4. The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) awards a $10,000 scholarship to a massage therapy student each year.
5. The Melanie Foundation Scholarship is specifically for master's or doctoral students in the mental health field, including but not limited to marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, and social work.
These are just a few examples, and there are numerous other scholarships and grants out there for therapy-related fields. Be sure to check out the scholarship or financial aid page of the professional organizations in your intended area of study, and use reputable scholarship databases like Fastweb or Appily to find more opportunities. You also might want to talk to the financial aid office at the schools you're considering to see if they offer any scholarships specifically for your intended major. Don't forget to take advantage of local scholarships within your community or from your high school as well.
Pursuing a career in therapy is a commendable path, and I wish you the best of luck in finding scholarships to help with your educational journey!
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