School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships
Reducing costs for Master of Social Work students
Explore eligibility details for the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships, an opportunity for MSW students to reduce the cost of their degree.
School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships Details
Each year, St. Ambrose University provides up to $2,500 to two MSW students through the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships. Explore the requirements and application process below.
School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships eligibility details
School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships details
The School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships are needs-based fellowships available to students enrolled in the Master of Social Work program. Recipients must be enrolled in 9 or more course credits planned for the Fall semester.
Student eligibility and enrollment requirements:
- Enrollment in SAU’s Master of Social Work program
- Students should plan to take at least 9 credits in the Fall semester
Two students each year are selected for the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships. A committee of MSW faculty reviews applications for this award. Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need, and recipients must be enrolled in at least 9 credits in the Fall semester.
The School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships is disbursed following a straightforward process:
- The Master of Social Work Department shares a list of recipients with Financial Services.
- Disbursement occurs at the beginning of each year.
- Funds are directly credited to your account and applied toward tuition.
Experience the seamless financial support of the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships as you pursue your degree at St. Ambrose.
How to apply for the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships
Applying for a scholarship is easy. Follow these steps.
Apply to SAU
To qualify for the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships, you need to apply to SAU’s MSW program and meet eligibility requirements.
Write your personal statement
Prepare to submit a 500 word personal statement about your social work experience, academic performance, and stated financial need.
Submit your application
Applications are due each year on April 15. Submit your application to be considered for the School of Social Work Graduate Fellowships.
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