Scholars and Fellows
Supporting counselors-in-training is integral to the Foundation’s mission. By providing scholarships and fellowships, the Foundation increases the number of counselors committed to helping underserved communities, including, but not limited to, youth, older adults, rural or inner-city communities, and/or military-connected communities. The Foundation offers scholarships and fellowships to master’s and doctoral counseling students and professional training awards to individuals seeking a credential through the Center for Credentialing & Education.
Please be advised that all NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) awards are subject to future funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
NBCC Foundation scholarships provide financial support to master’s- and doctoral-level counseling students who are committed to serving traditionally vulnerable communities. Training awards provide support to professionals seeking credentialing.
The NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program provides financial support to master’s- and doctoral-level counseling students who commit to serving underserved populations, including, but not limited to, youth, older adults, rural or inner-city communities, and military-connected communities.
Apply for a Scholarship or Fellowship
| NBCC Foundation Donor Funded Awards | Open Period Begins | Application | FAQ |
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| Military Scholarship (Master's) | September 2025 | Closed | View |
| Rural Scholarship (Master's) | September 2025 | Closed | |
| Dr. Nicholas Vacc Scholarship (Doctoral) | September 2025 | Closed |
| SAMHSA Funded MFP Awards | Open Period Begins | Application | FAQ |
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| NBCCF MFP for Mental Health Counseling (Master's) | February 2026 | Closed |
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| NBCCF MFP for Addictions Counseling (Master's) | February 2026 | Closed | |
| NBCCF MFP for Mental Health Counseling (Doctoral) | February 2026 | Closed | |
| Interdisciplinary MFP (Master’s and Doctoral) | October 2025 | Closed |
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| CCE Funded Training Awards | Open Period Begins | Application | FAQ |
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| CCE Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) | May 2025 | Apply » | View |
| Board Certified Coach (BCC) | May 2025 | Apply » | |
| Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider (BC-TMH) | May 2025 | Apply » | |
| Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) – Domestic | May 2025 | Apply » | |
| Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) – International | May 2025 | Apply » |
