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MSW Program Grants and Scholarships

  1. Community Scholars: National Community Scholars Program

    Application Deadlines:

    • Early Application: December 1
    • Priority Application: February 1
    • Final: March 1

    The Community Scholars program engages on-campus students with a specialized interest in community change work. Community Scholars follow one of two tracks: Community-Based Initiative (specialized focus on community change in Detroit) or National Community Scholars (specialized focus in national community change placements). On-Campus students are welcome to express an interest in both tracks; however, it is only possible to be accepted into one track.

    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.

    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.

    National Community Scholars Program and Application Information

  2. Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Education Scholarship

    External

    The Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Education Scholarship is awarded to African-American or black students.

    Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Education Scholarship

  3. Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Graduate Fellowship Program

    External

    The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Graduate Fellowship Program is a post-graduate, nine-month paid fellowship for Latinos providing hands-on experience in a variety of public policy areas.

    Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Graduate Fellowship Program

  4. Constance Nelson Scholarship

    The Constance Nelson Scholarship was established by alumna Constance Nelson to provide support for MSW students. Students are selected based upon academic excellence and financial need.

    Please note that no separate financial aid application is required.

  5. Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial MSW Scholarship-National Association of Social Workers

    External

    The Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial MSW Scholarship is awarded to master's degree candidates in social work who have demonstrated a commitment to working with, or who have a special affinity with, American Indian/Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino populations.

    Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial MSW Scholarship-National Association of Social Workers

  6. David C. Plaggemars, MSW 1978, Field Placement Fund

    Provide financial support to MSW students with field placements at University of Michigan Athletics Counseling.

    No separate application required.

  7. Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

    External

    Deadline: March 31, 2019 Application available January-March

    The Davis-Putter Scholarship is awarded to people active in movements for social and economic justice.

    Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

  8. Derrick L. Anderson Memorial MSW Scholarship

    Application will be available Fall 2024

    The Derek L. Anderson Memorial Scholarship is given to doctoral or MSW students who demonstrate leadership, support, or involvement in research or scholarship that promotes responsible and informed social work practice with transgender, bisexual, lesbian, or gay (TBLG) individuals and/or communities.

    The 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.

    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 that promote responsible and informed social work practice with TBLG individuals and/or communities in the pursuit of their educational goals.

  9. Detroit Scholars Program

    Application Deadlines:

    • Early Application: December 1
    • Priority Application: February 1
    • Final: March 1

    The Detroit Scholars Program prepares MSW students to work within organizations and communities that provide services to underserved racial and ethnic minority children, adolescents, transitional age youth, adults, and their families living with physical and behavioral health conditions. The SSW, in collaboration with the Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, will provide a specialized inter-professional behavioral health education and training program.

    The Detroit Scholars Program addresses a critical need for social work practitioners to deliver culturally responsive services within medically underserved urban areas. Detroit Scholars will be uniquely prepared for positions in integrated behavioral health and primary care, mental health and behavioral health settings, hospitals, health departments, health agencies, schools, or nonprofit agencies.

    Detroit Scholars Program and Application Information

  10. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Program

    Application Deadlines:

    • Early Application: December 1
    • Priority Application: February 1
    • Final: March 1

    Under the leadership of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the DEI Training Program recognizes the critical importance of emerging social workers to be able to engage in organization and structural advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion to move towards a more socially just world. By equipping MSW students with the tools and knowledge to navigate complex social dynamics, challenge systemic inequalities, and promote inclusive practices, we aim to foster a new generation of social workers who can effectively advocate for historically marginalized communities and contribute to the development of equitable policies and programs.

    The DEI Training Program aims to provide MSW students with opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in a variety of settings using micro, mezzo, and macro practice skills. The program aims to prepare them for a wide range of roles in social work, where they can actively contribute to creating more inclusive and equitable communities.

    This program integrates intraprofessional and interprofessional educational opportunities to maximize learning with, from, and about other health professionals to develop skills in collaborative change efforts.

    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Program and Application Information

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