Scholarships

In honor of our founding members, GOSSLP is proud to announce two scholarships for students pursuing higher-level education. GOSSLP will award a $500 scholarship for you to use towards your educational/clinical expenses (ex. books, therapy materials, etc.). Applications will open on August 1, 2025.

Congratulations to our 2025 Winner, Alexa Jackson!

Alexa Jackson is a graduate student in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Georgia State University with a passion for serving Spanish-speaking students and individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Drawing from her background in education and language instruction, she is committed to providing culturally responsive and inclusive therapy. Her experiences include participating in Camp SPEAK, advocating for bilingual assessment practices, and preparing to study abroad in Puerto Rico to further her work with Spanish-speaking communities. Inspired by her personal connection to autism, Alexa strives to ensure that all students—especially those who are often overlooked—have access to meaningful communication and opportunities to thrive.

Founding Members Scholarship for Continuing Education ($500)

This award is available to an SLP who already has a master's level education and is pursuing a specialist or doctorate degree. 

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Current member of GOSSLP
2. Currently employed as an SLP in a Georgia school system (minimum of two years)
3. Enrolled in an educational program (specialist or doctorate level) for at least two (2) semesters in the area of communication sciences that has been accepted by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission
4. Have good scholastic achievement and professional involvement related to the field of speech-language pathology
5. Complete the essay requirement (below)

Founding Members Scholarship for Future SLPs ($500)

This award is available to a student who is enrolled in a master's level SLP program.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Current member of GOSSLP
2. Enrolled in a masters-level educational program for at least two (2) semesters in the area of communication sciences that has been accepted by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, OR currently employed as an SLP-A in a Georgia school system (minimum of two years)
3. Have good scholastic achievement and professional involvement related to the field of speech-language pathology
4. Complete the essay requirement (below)

Essay Requirement

Describe the learning experiences that you have completed or plan to complete during your current academic career that have deepened your understanding of the field of school-based speech-language pathology and how. you plan to implement what you learn with the services you provide for your students. Also indicate how the awarded funds may help you in achieving this goal. Limit response to 1,500 words or less, typed.