Below are various financial awards offered within the Psychology Department. You can click on the award title to view the descriptions and background of the award, as well as required documents to include in your submissions should you choose to apply when they are open to submissions.
The Galileo Circle promotes excellence within the College of Science Departments and Units by supporting innovation in research and teaching, as well as providing scholarships to outstanding students and fellowships to distinguished faculty.
More information on application requirements, deadlines, and more coming soon!
Galileo Circle Scholars
Each year, the Galileo Circle awards scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate exceptional potential in the physical, mathematical, environmental, cognitive, or life sciences.
Galileo Circle Copernicus Awards
The Copernicus Award recognizes extraordinary accomplishments by non-tenure eligible faculty or staff which significantly advance the mission of their department and the knowledge base of their discipline.
Updated 02/08/23
Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award
Award Amount: $200
About the Award:
Kathryn Anne Governal (1966-1999) is remembered as an empathetic and caring journalist. Kathryn was very popular student at the University of Arizona, earning her Bachelor of Media Arts degree with a minor in Journalism in December of 1995. She also went on to earn a Master of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Arizona in May of 1998. In the Spring of 2000, the family of Kathryn Anne Governal decided to celebrate her life and her determination by funding the annual Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award Endowment.
The Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award is awarded annually to one student in the Psychology Department (graduating in May 2022) who is persevering in the face of great difficulties. The student awarded this distinction will be given a $200 award and an individual plaque in honor of their accomplishments. A permanent plaque, inscribed with all recipients’ names, is prominently displayed in the Psychology Building. Submissions are accepted and reviewed during the Spring semesters - email notifications with additional details and instructions will be sent out when the award opens for applications.
Applicant Eligibility:
- Psychology senior, graduating in May
- Financial need and grade point average (GPA) are not criteria for selection.
Required Documents:
- Personal Statement - should be no more than 550 words and should be uploaded in PDF format - titled "(StudentLastName)_Governal".
- Student First and Last Name
- UA Student ID Number
- Student's email address
- Major(s):
- Information on the challenges that you have encountered in life and your undergraduate career, and how you have persisted toward your goal of graduation and overcome these obstacles.
Questions?
Contact Vanessa Noonkester
Updated 03/02/23
Psychology Outstanding Senior Award / College of Science Outstanding Senior Award
Award Amount: $250
About the Award:
The recipient of the department award will automatically be nominated by the department for the College of Science Outstanding Senior Award and the Spring Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award, respectively. Award nominations are an excellent way to advocate for our wonderful students, especially first-generation students and those from diverse backgrounds. Submissions are accepted and reviewed during the Spring semesters - email notifications with additional details and instructions will be sent out when the award opens for applications.
Applicant Eligibility:
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Summary of Research Activity
Required Documents:
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- Student Information Sheet (provided in award communications)
Questions?
Contact Vanessa Noonkester
Updated 03/02/23
William Owen Nugent Award / College of Science Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award
Award Amount: $1,000
About the Award:
The William Owen Nugent Award for excellence in undergraduate research is given yearly by the Department of Psychology to a graduating senior who has demonstrated excellence in research and academics. The recipient of the award will be automatically nominated by the Department for the College of Science Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award, which will be selected by the CoS Awards Committee. Award nominations are an excellent way to advocate for our wonderful students, especially first-generation students and those from diverse backgrounds. Submissions are accepted and reviewed during the Spring semesters - email notifications with additional details and instructions will be sent out when the award opens for applications.
Applicant Eligibility:
- Being a Senior, graduating in May
- One (1) or more Letters of Recommendation
Required Documents:
- Student Information Sheet (which can be found HERE when available)
- Research Summary/Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Personal Statement
- Student Information Sheet (provided in award communications)
Questions?
Contact Vanessa Noonkester
Updated 03/02/23
Undergraduate Students
We also offer information on Undergraduate scholarships within the department and College of Science.
- Committee Head for Undergraduate Engagement and Awards: TBD
Graduate Students
| Award Name | Award Description | Eligibility Requirements | Nomination Due Date | Point of Contact |
| Alfred W. Kaszniak Graduate Fellowship Endowment |
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| Dr. Elizabeth L. Glisky Endowed Fellowship in Psychology |
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| Mid-March | Vanessa Noonkester |
| Drs. Jeffrey N. Younggren and Garnett S. Stokes Endowed Fellowship |
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| Mid-March | Vanessa Noonkester |
| Lynn Nadel Graduate Scholarship Endowment |
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Updated: 07/29/25
| Award Name | Award Description | Eligibility Requirements | Nomination Due Date | Point of Contact |
| Graduate Student Award: Scholarship Category |
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| Mid-March |
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| Graduate Student Award: Service Category |
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| Mid-March |
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| Graduate Student Award: Teaching Category |
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| Mid-March |
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| Linda and Ken Robin Distinguished Graduate Fellowship |
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| Late-February |
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Updated: 07/29/25
*For more awards available to graduate students via the University of Arizona Graduate College:
See Grad College Funding Opportunities
Other Fellowship Opportunities:
Department Committee members have developed a database containing a multitude of award types, including: travel awards, paper awards, internships, research funds, and fellowships. You can filter by varying criteria on the Fellowships tab and explore additional funding links on the More Resources tab.
*NOTE: Department staff do not routinely update this list, so please confirm with each organization before considering an application.
View Compiled Fellowship Opportunities
Graduate students can also review our:
Updated: 07/31/25
Questions?
Contact Vanessa Noonkester, vnoonkester@arizona.edu
College of Science Grants Open to Employee Applications:
CoSSAC Professional Development Grant
The College of Science Staff Advisory Council (CoSSAC) offers grants at different times throughout the academic year to assist with fees related to professional development. This includes funding for training and travel.
Deadlines:
Applications are due every:
- March 15th - for events occurring between Jan 1 and May 31
- July 15th - for events occurring between May 1 and Sept 30
- November 15th - for events occurring between Sept 1 and Jan 31
Eligibility:
To apply for this grant, you will need to meet the following requirements:
- Must be a UA Staff member (Students, faculty, and post-docs are not eligible for this particular award.)
- Employed for at least 6 months in the College of Science
- Have not already yet received a grant award within the same academic year
Award Amount:
- Ranges between $50 - $400
More Information:
CoSSAC Professional Development page
Updated: 03/04/24
Updated: 07/30/25