AOTF Dr. A. Jean Ayres Doctoral Candidate Scholarship

AOTF Dr. A. Jean Ayres Doctoral Candidate Scholarship

Funder: American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF), with support from CLASI

Award Amount: $25,000

Program Status: Established in 2023; funded for 2025-2029 with endowment building in progress

Eligibility

• Applicants: Occupational therapists enrolled in doctoral programs
• Degree Types: PhD, ScD, EdD, or DrPH programs
• Research Focus: Dissertation research in sensory integration

Purpose

Provides financial aid to support occupational therapists conducting dissertation research in sensory integration and Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI). The scholarship supports the development of new leaders, promotes knowledge development, and advances evidence-based practice in ASI.

CLASI's Role

CLASI donated $25,000 to the scholarship and is matching the first $25,000 in gifts from CLASI members, friends, and partners to build an endowment (goal: $125,000) to ensure the scholarship is awarded indefinitely.

Contact

Lawrence Liff, Chief Development Officer American Occupational Therapy Foundation Email: lliff@aotf.org

For CLASI-specific inquiries: info@CL-ASI.org

Application Process

• Opening Date: Scholarships open in January annually
• Application Platform: American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) website
• Specific Deadline: Check AOTF website for current year deadline
• Contact for Questions: Lawrence Liff, Chief Development Officer at AOTF (lliff@aotf.org)

Application Materials

Specific application requirements and materials should be verified on the AOTF website as they are administered by AOTF, not directly by CLASI.