Grants and Scholarships
- Alumni Award
- Alumni Society Fellowship in Children and Families Program
- Andrea Foote-Jack Erfurt Scholarship
- Anti-Gender Oppression Scholarship
- Ara C. Cary Fellowship in the Child and Family Program
- Arthur L. Johnson Endowed Scholarship
- Bruce Alan Schaffer Memorial Award
- Child Welfare Scholarship Program
- Clara P. and Larry E. Davis Scholarship Fund
- Clarice Freud Individual Research Award
- Clarice Ullman Freud Fellowship
- Community-Based Initiative Program
- Eileen Willson Memorial Award
- Eleanor Cranefield Scholarship
- Eleanor Sabo Scholarship
- Geriatric Scholarship
- Geriatric Scholarship Program
- Global Activities Scholars Program
- Henry Meyer Award
- Howard and Judith Sims Endowed Fellowship in Child and Family Program
- Irene and William Gambrill Fellowship
- Jewish Communal Leadership Program
- Jim Wahlberg Dean's Scholarship
- W.K. Kellogg Endowed Family Fellowship
- Katherine R. Reebel Scholarship
- Merit Scholarships
- Mervin and Helen S. Pregulman Scholarship
- Michigan Scholarships
- National Community Scholars Program
- Olivia P. Maynard Children and Family Fellowship
- Opportunity Grants
- School of Social Work Dean's Scholarship
- School of Social Work Gerontology-Related Expenses Fund
- School of Social Work Scholarships
- Selena Brown Memorial Scholarship
- Shirley Falconer Slayman Memorial Award
- SSW Joint Doctoral Program Grant
- UAW-GM Fellowship in the Child and Family Program
- Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship Fund for Doctoral Student Research
- Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship for Geriatric Social Work
- Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship for Hospital-Based Social Work-
- The Wheeler Family Memorial Scholarship
Alumni Society Fellowship in Children and Families Program
This Fellowship was established by alumni contributions along with matching funds provided by the Ann and Robert Lurie Family Foundation. It is awarded to an outstanding student in the Children and Youth in Families in Society concentration.
Anti-Gender Oppression Scholarship
The Anti-Gender Oppression Scholarship funds social justice-oriented research and scholarly or creative activities that are designed to have a direct impact on gender identity, gender expression, and/or anti-gender oppression, especially issues related to women's and/or transgender communities. This award is provided to an enrolled student.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
The Ara Cary Fellowship in Child & Family Programs
This Fellowship was established by the estate of Ara Cary along with matching funds provided by the Ann and Robert Lurie Family Foundation. It is awarded to a deserving student interested in child welfare and specializing in children and families.
Selena Brown Memorial Scholarship
The Selena Brown Memorial Scholarship (Detroit Merit Scholarship) is awarded to a new student with a demonstrated commitment to the African-American community in Detroit.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Child Welfare Scholarship Program
The Child Welfare Scholarships are awarded to approximately ten incoming students who are interested in becoming child welfare specialists. The purpose of the program is to train committed specialists in child welfare. Following graduation, child welfare specialists have worked as child welfare social workers, therapists working with maltreated children, program managers, community organizers, and policymakers. Please click the following link for more information.
Clara P. and Larry E. Davis Scholarship Fund
The Clara P. Davis and Larry E. Davis Scholarship Fund was established for doctoral students in the School of Social Work whose research focuses on poverty and social justice.
Community-Based Initiative Program
As one of our Community Scholars Programs, the purpose of the Community-Based Initiative in Detroit (CBI) is to train and support a new generation of social workers dedicated to community and social change in urban cities, neighborhoods, and communities. This is done through coursework and field placements based in Detroit and surrounding areas including Highland Park, Hamtramck, and Dearborn. Upon graduation, CBI scholars work as community organizers, policymakers, program planners, organization managers and administrators, evaluators, and foundation staff within Michigan, the US, and internationally. A maximum of 18 incoming students who are genuinely committed to community-based work in urban areas will be selected for the CBI program.
Please click the following link for more information.
Community-Based Initiative Program and Application Information
Eleanor Cranefield Scholarship
The Eleanor Cranefield Scholarship was established in recognition of the outstanding and devoted services performed by Eleanor Cranefield in the field of social work. A number of scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to new interpersonal practice students. Selection is based on demonstrated outstanding potential for professional practice. This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
School of Social Work Dean's Scholarship
The Dean's Scholarship is awarded to new and continuing students utilizing academic- and practice-related criteria as evidenced by the supplementary statement, recommendations, and other application documents. Awards may be provided to students meeting one or more of the following criteria:
- Evidence of substantial knowledge development
- Evidence of substantial social work-related research
- Evidence of outstanding volunteer or paid social work experience
- Evidence of high academic achievement
- Evidence of outstanding record in social activism
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Andrea Foote-Jack Erfurt Scholarship
The Andrea Foote-Jack Erfurt Scholarship is designed to assist a student committed to career objectives in the area of social work and the workplace. This award is provided to an enrolled student.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Geriatric Scholarship
The Geriatric Scholarship is awarded to a new student in the aging and families in society concentration. Selection is based on demonstrated outstanding potential for professional practice This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required. For more information, see the Incoming Student Blog.
Geriatric Scholarship Program
Geriatric social work is one of the fastest growing career fields. The number of older persons in the United States will more than double between the years 2000-2030. As the population ages, employment opportunities in gerontological social work are expanding greatly. Geriatric social work offers extensive possibilities to make a difference in older people's lives and enjoy limitless opportunities for career advancement.
Approximately ten scholarships will be awarded to incoming students who are interested in becoming gerontological social workers.
Please click the following link for more information.
Geriatric Scholarship Program and Application Information
Global Activities Scholars Program
The Global Activities Scholars Program is a unique opportunity for students interested in working with individuals, communities, and organizations in a global context as part of their MSW program. Up to six incoming students will be selected each year to complete a global field placement during the spring/summer term. The purpose of the program is to provide students committed to global social work practice an opportunity to live in a foreign country while completing a part of their field placement requirement. This program is open to students in all practice methods and areas, though placements for Interpersonal Practice and Social Policy and Evaluation students are limited.
Please click the following link for more information.
Global Activities Scholars Program and Application Information
Irene and William Gambrill Fellowship
The Irene and William Gambrill Fellowship award is given to a student whose interest is on minority populations with low income and education, with a preference for research on integrating practice, research, and ethical issues.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Arthur L. Johnson Endowed Scholarship
The Arthur L. Johnson Endowed Scholarship, made possible by a gift from Richard and Susan Rogel, honored Arthur Johnson upon his retirement as president of the Detroit chapter of the NAACP. Selection is based on demonstrated, outstanding potential for professional practice. This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Katherine Reebel Scholarship Fund
The Kay Reebel Scholarship Fund is made possible by a gift from Katherine R. Reebel, emeritus professor of the School of Social Work. The Award funds are used to provide tuition support for MSW students.
Katherine Reebel Scholarship Application
Merit Scholarships
The School of Social Work awards Merit Scholarships to incoming and continuing students in two areas:
- Academic/Knowledge Development/Experience
- Mission
Academic/Knowledge Development/Experience Scholarship Criteria
Merit-based financial aid is awarded utilizing academic and practice-related criteria as evidenced by the supplementary statement, recommendations, and other application file documentation. Awards may be provided to students meeting one or more of the following criteria:
- Evidence of substantial knowledge development accomplishments
- Evidence of substantial social work related research experience
- Evidence of outstanding volunteer or paid social work experience
- Evidence of high academic achievement
- Evidence of outstanding record in social activism
Mission Scholarship criteria
Mission-based financial aid is awarded to students who have demonstrated intellectual and personal qualities likely to lead to roles and careers central to the social welfare system. This includes a commitment to engaging in roles that involve social welfare institutions and systems most likely to impact major social problems and that serve the most economically and socially disadvantaged groups in society. Personal qualifications considered essential to successful social work practice—such as sensitivity and responsiveness in relationships, concern for the needs of others, adaptability, good judgment, creativity, integrity and skill in written communication—will be considered. This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Michigan Scholarships
Incoming and continuing students will be evaluated for Michigan Scholarships provided they have completed and submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the School of Social Work financial aid application for grants/scholarships.
Michigan Scholarships are based on financial need and academic performance.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
National Community Scholars Program
As one of our Community Scholars Programs, the purpose of the National Community Scholars Program (NCS) is to prepare professionals for enabling young people and adult allies to create community change.
Approximately six scholars will be selected each year to participate in the program. National Community Scholars will gain skills to organize groups for social action, plan programs at the local level, advocate for socially just policies, and develop community-based services.
Please click the following link for more information.
National Community Scholars Program and Application Information
Opportunity Grants
New and continuing students will be evaluated for Opportunity Grant eligibility provided they have completed and submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the School of Social Work financial aid application for grants/scholarships.
Opportunity Grants are based primarily on financial need.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Mervin and Helen S. Pregulman Scholarship
The Mervin and Helen S. Pregulman Scholarship is awarded to a student involved in Jewish communal service.
Rainbow Network Scholarship
The Rainbow Network Scholarship was established by Patricia Edwards, a U-M SSW alumna who seeks to empower students who are making significant contributions toward a more just and equitable society for all people—specifically, students who are transgender, bisexual, lesbian, gay (TBLG), or TBLG-identified and those who are allies.
Her hope is to assist students who possess a high degree of integrity and who have demonstrated leadership, support of or involvement in organizations, activities, scholarship, or issues or scholarship that promote responsible and informed social work practice with TBLG individuals and/or communities in the pursuit of their educational goals. The selection is made by a committee comprised of the faculty liaison to the Rainbow Network and Rainbow Network alumni. This award is provided to an enrolled student. Application instructions will be e-mailed to students during the academic year.
Eleanor Sabo Scholarship
The Sabo Scholarship is awarded to a second-year MSW student who demonstrates academic excellence during the student's first or second year in the program, and while placed in a foster care and/or adoption field setting. This scholarship is awarded to an enrolled student planning on practicing in the area of foster care or adoption upon graduation.
School of Social Work Scholarships
School of Social Work Scholarships are awarded to incoming MSW students each year. Selection is based on demonstrated, outstanding potential for professional practice. This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
School of Social Work Gerontology-Related Expenses Fund
The School of Social Work Gerontology-Related Expenses Fund provides assistance for MSW students in the aging and families in society practice area. The awards are designed to help address students' professional needs, including areas such as membership dues and conference-related expenses. This award is provided to enrolled students.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Henry Meyer Award
The Henry J. Meyer scholarship award was established in 1987 to honor the original and long-time director of the doctoral program, Henry J. Meyer, under whose leadership the program was the first doctoral program in social work to integrate fully the intensive study of social work and a social science discipline. The major purposes of this award are (a) to help support and honor students in the Doctoral Program in Social Work and Social Science whose written work exemplifies the goals of the Program in relation to the integration of social work and social science, and (b) to encourage students to prepare such work for possible publication or conference presentation.
Normally this award will be made annually. Papers submitted by students will be judged by the Supervising Committee on the extent to which they make an original contribution to the empirical or theoretical literature in a manner that integrates social work and social science. Announcements of the policies and procedures for the competition for the awards will be made annually at the end of the winter term, with applications and papers due by the beginning of the following fall term.
Jewish Communal Leadership Program
The Jewish Communal Leadership Program (JCLP) offered in partnership with the Jean and Samuel Frankel Center for Judaic Studies, presents a distinctive educational opportunity for MSW students committed to helping Jewish communities meet 21st-century challenges while also addressing broader social concerns. Students combine study of community systems, theories of social change, and Jewish history and community, with training and experience in community organizing, non-profit management, dialogue facilitation, and coalition building within and across groups.
Approximately six incoming students will be selected to participate in the program each year. The range of professional opportunities available to JCLP graduates include those of program developer, coordinator, and director; organizer of community outreach and development; and agency executive and director.
Please click the following link for more information.
Jewish Communal Leadership Program and Application Information
Shirley Falconer Slayman Memorial Award
The Shirley Falconer Slayman Memorial Award provides tuition support for MSW students. Special consideration is given to students who have overcome substantial economic obstacles. This award is provided to an enrolled student.
Sims Medal and Award
This award is given to master's degree students who examine some aspect of the interactive efforts of home/neighborhood, workplace, and school on the functioning of family members, and who intend to purse careers in those areas. This award is administered by the School of Social Work and open to MSW students but is also open to graduate students from Education, Psychology, Architecture and Urban Planning and Business.
Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship Fund for Doctoral Student Research
The Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Award is made annually and notices students whose research focuses on minority populations with low income and education, with a preference for research on issues faced by African American males.
The Vivian A. & James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship Fund for Hospital Based Social Work
Vivian A. and James L. Curtis Endowed Scholarship for Hospital-Based Social Work is awarded to an outstanding MSW student who is a first generation college student interested in hospital-based social work.
Jim Wahlberg Dean's Scholarship
This Dean's Scholarship is provided to the recipient of the Jim Wahlberg Award. The selection process is conducted by the Bachelor Program Directors (BPD) organization
The BPD Board of Directors invites all BPD members to encourage outstanding BSW students to submit a proposal for the 2011 Jim Wahlberg BSW Student Scholar Award. The recipient will present his/her paper at a special invitation session at the 2013 BPD Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC. Conference registration, transportation and a one night hotel stay will be paid by BPD for the selected presenter as well as a $250.00 honorarium and a plaque.
**Recipients will be eligible for a full tuition Dean’s Scholarship in the University of Michigan School of Social Work MSW program. SStudents can receive the Wahlberg Scholar Award without entering the University of Michigan School of Social Work, however, the full tuition scholarship requires successful completion of the University of Michigan MSW program application and an offer of admission. The recipient will also need to maintain good academic standing while enrolled in the MSW program at the University of Michigan School of Social Work to maintain the full tuition scholarship.
CRITERIA FOR ELIGIBILITY:
- A current BSW student who will graduate from a CSWE accredited BSW Program on or before August 2012, and
- Who meets the criteria for admission to the University of Michigan's School of Social Work * (http://www.ssw.umich.edu/admissions-MSW/criteria.html ), and
- Who attends a program that possesses current membership in BPD.
* Students wishing to enter the MSW Advanced Standing program (45 credit hour program) at the U-M SSW MSW program must have a minimum of a 3.5 GPA over the last 60-75 semester hours on their BSW transcript. Students with GPA's below 3.5 can apply for admission into the University of Michigan's 60 semester hour MSW program.
PLEASE SUBMIT ONE COPY OF:
- A brief abstract overview (not more than 50 words) to be included in the Final Program.
- A scholarly paper (written in APA style, 12-point Times New Roman Font, and double spaced, with standard 1” margins and between 3 and 5 pages in length). Topical Area: Social Justice, Equality and Empowerment
- Describe how your undergraduate program experience in social work and the NASW Code of Ethics have shaped and influenced your commitment to the promotion of social justice, equality and empowerment.
- Describe how you think a graduate education will further enhance your ability to carry out that vision.
- The proposal cover sheet.
- Your official University transcript.
Because an anonymous review process will determine the recipient, the paper should not contain any identifying information about you or your institution.
Proposals written by multiple authors will not be reviewed. Only one student can be selected as the Jim Wahlberg BSW Student Scholar.
Please submit your proposal via email attachment to the “Jim Wahlberg Scholarship Review Committee” at conferences@bpdonline.org by December 1, 2011. Mail transcripts only to: BPD Association Manager, 1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314. You will receive a confirmation of receipt within one week. Please indicate in the subject line “Proposal for Jim Wahlberg BSW Student Scholar”
Wheeler Family Memorial Scholarships
These endowed scholarships are provided by the estate of Philip R. Wheeler. Several scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to incoming MSW students. Selection is based on demonstrated, outstanding potential for professional practice. This determination shall be based primarily on an evaluation of all previous academic work, recommendations, human service employment experience, the applicant's written supplementary statement, other application documents and the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Eileen Willson Memorial Award
The Eileen Willson Memorial Award supports students in the Geriatric Social Work Scholarship Program. Funds support students who have limited financial resources with items such as textbooks and gerontology journal subscriptions, fees for training sessions, mileage to conferences, and fieldwork or in-service training in southeastern Michigan. This award is provided to an enrolled student.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
W.K. Kellogg Endowed Family Fellowship
The Kellogg Foundation Fellowship is to help support students in the Joint Doctoral Program in Social Work and Social Science with a research interest in advancing the understanding of issues relevant to improving the well-being of children, youth, and their families. The scope of relevant areas of study is broad; ranging over issues pertaining to infant and child development, foster care, family preservation services, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, substance abuse, as well as other issues affecting economically disadvantaged children and their families.