The School of Social Welfare has several sources of financial assistance
available to students who meet various criteria. Awards are made on an annual
basis and are applied directly towards tuition and fees in most instances. MSW
students interested in applying are required to submit a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as well as a School of Social Welfare application.
All recipients are expected to maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0,
and students must renew their applications each year they wish to be considered.
These awards are made possible through the generous support of friends and
alumni of the School of Social Welfare and KU Endowment Association. We are
grateful to all of our donors who have contributed to make these awards possible
and to the KU Endowment Association for their faithful stewardship of these
resources.
Please return the application provided to Melanie Hepburn, School of Social Welfare University of Kansas, 1545 Lilac Lane, Twente Hall, KU, Lawrence KS 66044-3185 or by FAX at 785-864-5277. Applications must be received by April 15th in order to be considered for funds. Awards are made on an annual basis.
MONTE MURPHY FUND
William Murphy, KU MSW 1928, and Monte Murphy, class of 1927, established this fund to assist social work students in financial need, particularly when that need arises from the added expense of a graduate education. Awards are made on the basis of financial hardship, as demonstrated through the Free Application of Federal Student Aid. Applicants must be in good academic standing, maintaining a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Awards in 2006-2007 ranged from $500-$1500.
WILLIAM PALM MINORITY FUND
The KU Endowment Association provides funds for student fellowships matched by monies from the School of Social Welfare. The School of Social Welfare's William Palm Minority Student Fund was established by the Alumni Society. Named in honor of William Palm, a member of the first graduating class of MSW students in 1948, these funds demonstrate the School's longtime commitment to provide support for enrollment of under-represented minority students in the MSW program. Financial need is the primary consideration in the award process; students must submit a Free Application of Federal Student Aid to be eligible. Applicants must be in good academic standing, maintaining a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Awards in 2006-2007 ranged from $700-$1500
INA CALKINS FUND
For this fellowship, which is administered by a financial institution in Kansas City, the School will forward nominees to a scholarship committee chosen by the Ina Calkins Foundation. To be eligible, students must be residents of Kansas City, Missouri and intend to practice social work in that community when their coursework is completed. Students must be enrolled full-time; minority students are especially encouraged to apply. Students must demonstrate financial need through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Nominees will be chosen by the awards committee, and will receive notification from the financial institution to attend a group interview as part of the selection process.
MULTICULTURAL SOCIAL WORK SCHOLARS PROGRAM FOR BSW STUDENTS
The School of Social Welfare is excited to announce the creation of the Multicultural Social Work Scholars Program (MSWSP). This new program is designed to increase retention and academic performance of undergraduate social work among students of color and first generation college students, with a special interest in supporting transfer students from Haskell Indian Nations University and community colleges throughout Kansas.
Student Scholars will be provided with scholarships, individual mentoring by
Social Work faculty, and access to related professional, cultural and social
activities. Student Scholars also will meet as a group and provide peer support
for one another as they progress in their academic studies. Promising pre-Social
Work students who are of African American, Asian American, Hispanic American
and/or Indigenous backgrounds, as well as first-generation college students
and/or transfer students should apply.
For more Information Click here. Application
Click here.
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
GRADUATE STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP
The Educational Foundation, IOOF, with funding from the estate of
Christine Smith and the members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows,
has established the Christine Smith $15,000 Graduate Studies Scholarship
for graduate level studies specializing in children and family issues.
Each year, the program will award a scholarship to an individual to
undertake a masters or doctoral degree specializing in children and
family studies at a notable university..
For more Information Click here
NATIVE AMERICAN AWARD OPPORTUNITIES
The School receives an award from the University's Educational Opportunity Fund to aid BSW and MSW students with a commitment to serving Native American populations. These awards serve to increase the number of trained child welfare workers available for work with Native American children, juveniles and their families. These awards usually cover a significant portion of the tuition and fees. Please contact the School for additional information.
VETERAN'S ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER
Stipends for students in advanced level practicum placements at VA hospitals may be available for students with an emphasis in health care. Placement in a VA setting is arranged through the Field Education Office placement process. Demonstration of financial need is a factor in these placement decisions.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Scholarship Information for KU Students - This Web site was designed as a single resource for current and future KU students to find scholarships. Please use the links on the left side of the page to navigate scholarship opportunities from various campus departments as well as outside agencies.
RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS
Grant and contract projects often provide opportunities for part-time employment. These positions are available mainly for advanced level students. Positions are posted.
LOANS
Loans are the primary sources of financial aid for study. Request loan information from the Office of Student Financial Aid, 50 Strong Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045, #785-864-4700, osfa@ku.edu .
For more information on financial resources, please contact Melanie Hepburn at 785-864-8937
