Scholarship and Special Programs Information
Posted: October 08, 2009
The School of Social Work offers various scholarships and special programs, some with significant financial assistance. For a full listing, please click here.
The School of Social Work offers several special programs that can enhance your learning and preparation for your social work career. You must apply for these programs by either December 1, 2009 (early application deadline) or February 1, 2010 (priority deadline).
Child Welfare Scholarship Program
The purpose of the Child Welfare Scholarship Program is to train committed specialists in child welfare.
• Nonresident: $40,000 total award
• Resident: $20,000 total award
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Community-Based Initiative Program
The purpose of the Community-Based Initiative Program is to train committed specialists in community-based work through courses, projects, and field placements in southwest Detroit and east Dearborn.
• Nonresident: $40,000 total award
• Resident: $20,000 total award
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Geriatric Scholarship Program
The Geriatric Scholarship Program aims to address the need for geriatric social workers by creating more aging-rich placements and increasing the number of students in the field of health care and social work for older people.
• Nonresident: $40,000 total award
• Resident: $20,000 total award
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Jewish Communal Leadership Program
The Jewish Communal Leadership Program presents a distinctive educational opportunity for individuals committed to helping Jewish communities meet 21st-century challenges while addressing broader social concerns.
• Nonresident: $47,000 total award
• Resident: $23,500 total award
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National Community Scholars Program
The National Community Scholars Program prepares professionals for enabling young people and adult allies to create community change through national field placement opportunities.
• $5,000 stipend for spring/summer field placement
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Contact the Office of Student Services with any questions about these programs.
