Students will be considered for most scholarships, not including external opportunities, by submitting the School of Social Work Financial Aid Application. The majority of students complete this application as a part of their MSW application. A few scholarships require a separate application as noted on the individual scholarship listing.
Opportunities marked as "External" are external, non-University scholarship opportunities that may be of interest to University/School students. Inclusion of an external scholarship opportunity is intended only as a resource for students, and does not express or imply any University involvement with, or endorsement of, the external program.
Scholarship & Grant Opportunities
Full Circle Scholarship Program-American Indian College Fund
Deadline: May 31, 2019
Application available January-May 31, 2019
The Full Circle Scholarship is awarded to American Indian and Alaska Native students.
Full Circle Scholarship Program-American Indian College Fund
Gamma Mu Scholarship
The Gamma Mu Scholarship provides support to gay men who want to further their education.
Geeta Dutta Memorial Scholarship
The Geeta Dutta Memorial Scholarship was established by Kalyan Dutta and Kristine Siefert in memory of Kalyan's mother Geeta Dutta. The purpose of this need-based scholarship is to provide support for international students.
Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Geriatric Endowed Scholarship
The Geriatric Endowed 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.
Geriatric Scholarship Program
Application Deadlines:
Global Activities Scholars Program
Application Deadlines:
Graduate Scholarship Program-National Association of Junior Auxiliaries, Inc
Deadline: February 1, 2019
Application available September 1-February 1, 2019
The Graduate Scholarship is provided for graduate study in fields, which address the special needs of children and youth.
Graduate Scholarship Program-National Association of Junior Auxiliaries, Inc
Greg Harden "Soaring on the Wings of Dreams" Endowed Scholarship Fund
Preference is for former U-M athletes pursuing an MSW who have demonstrated experience in, or commitment to, working with historically underserved or underprivileged populations and who strive to help people become their best possible selves. Award goes toward tuition & fees.
Gus Harrison Scholarship in Social Work and Public Administration
This scholarship was established by Dr. John R. Koza in honor of Gus Harrison. It is awarded to a student in social work or public administration who exemplifies the dedication to public service and integrity that has been illustrated by Gus Harrison's service to the State of Michigan Department of Corrections and the Michigan State Lottery. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.
Havens-Cabin Field Education Fund
This fund was established by alumnus William Cabin, and Susan Havens Lang. The fund is named in honor of Susan's father, Vern Havens, and William's father, Saul Cabin, who believed a strong work ethic and treating people fairly were the keys to a successful and meaningful life. This fund is for field stipends to support MSW students who have significant financial need, and whose field placement are in southeast Michigan. Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.