2025 Wayne Huey Scholarship

The Purpose of this scholarship is to promote professional identity, and leadership, encourage engagement and membership in GSCA, all with a core focus on equity. Distribute equally among graduate programs across years, one-time award. Connecting new professionals with GSCA past presidents.


The application deadline is September 1st at midnight. No late submissions will be accepted.


Awardees will be notified by email by September 15th.

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By checking this box I certify that I meet the following Eligibility requirements:

  • I am a Student in one of the above Master’s in School Counseling programs in good academic standing according to the institution.
  • I may only apply ONCE during my program. *(Clark Atlanta will have an additional opportunity to apply because it is a 3-year program)

I agree that if selected I will:

  • Receive a 1 year membership to GSCA
  • I will register and attend the GSCA Annual Conference (promo code will be provided)
  • I will attend an event at the Conference with GSCA past presidents.
  • Receive the additional scholarship funds/travel stipend after I attend the Conference.

Attach the following:


Written statement: This statement should answer two questions in a total of 250 words combined (approximately 1 page). Applicants should use a 12-point font and submit a typed PDF document. Statements will be reviewed for both content as it answers the question and quality of writing. Detection of AI generation will be included in the review of the statement.


Question 1: How do you envision yourself enacting the roles of leader and advocate as a school counselor in your first year as a school counselor?


Question 2: Outline a brief professional development plan for yourself for the next three years. Include information about what topics, areas, or skills are important to you. How might GSCA be a part of your professional development plan?


Video: 1-2 min introductory video presenting your name, university, practicum or internship site, school level, and why you have chosen the school counseling profession. Videos will be reviewed for content and the applicant’s ability to clearly present themselves. Creativity is appreciated where it is intentional rather than an add-on idea.


Proof of Enrollment: Documentation from your school showing proof of current enrollment. A screen shot from your school portal showing your name, the current academic year, and standing is acceptable.

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