RSMHP2
Montana State University is proud to host the Rural School Mental Health Prepare in Place (RSMHP2) grant, a federally‐funded initiative designed to expand the pipeline of qualified school mental health professionals in rural and high-need school settings. With an award of approximately $1.28 million spanning July 2024 to June 2029, RSMHP2 enables graduate students in the online School Counseling program to access significant financial support while preparing for service in rural Montana schools.
 
Through the program, eligible students may receive fellowship funds to offset educational costs, provided they commit to working in a qualifying rural school. The online format ensures accessibility from remote locations, helping address both geographic and workforce barriers. By aligning advanced training with actual placement in rural school settings, RSMHP2 helps ensure that Montana students receive culturally responsive, high-quality mental health support where it’s most needed. 
 
We invite interested applicants to learn more about eligibility, the application process, and how they can join a cohort dedicated to strengthening mental health services in rural schools throughout Montana by contacting the RSMHP2 program director, Dr. Rebecca Koltz - rebecca.koltz@motana.edu. 
 
Together, we are helping build sustainable support systems for students and educators across our state.