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Scholarships
This page contains a list of scholarship opportunities that may be helpful to students of the Graduate School of Social Service. Additions to this page are made as information becomes available to the financial aid coordinator.
Financial need-based Scholarship
The Graduate School of Social Service has some funds available for both continuing and entering MSW students. The award is financial need-based. To be eligible, you must be accepted by the school and be a full-time student (as evidenced by being enrolled in field instruction). To receive a financial need-based scholarship, you must file the FAFSA for your financial assessment. It is not necessary that you receive a bank loan to apply for this scholarship. The Graduate School of Social Service's Financial Aid Committee reviews your application and awards funds according to your demonstrated need. Recipients are notified by mail. The Financial need-based Scholarship is generally awarded as the equivalent of 3, 6, or 9 credits (1 to 3 classes) depending on need and the selected plan of study. Continuing students in the Graduate School of Social Service must apply for the Financial need-based Scholarship by completing a Graduate School of Social Service Financial need-based Scholarship application form before March 31st of each year for the following September. They must meet this deadline for consideration. These application forms are available in early February. Incoming students will receive the financial need-based scholarship application form with their acceptance letters if they indicate on their application that they want financial aid information. There is no deadline for incoming students, but early application assures a better chance of receiving this assistance.
Edward Kane Trust
(Students must have relocated to NYC, in order to attend Fordham Graduate School, to be eligible.)
Two $1,000 grants are awarded to “worthy” students in good academic standing. This award was made available by an agreement set forth in the Edward Ferdinand Kane Living Trust. This requested that the award be presented, in the form of a scholarship, to a worthy student attending Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Service. Recipients are chosen, by Fordham’s Scholarship Committee, on the basis of an essay submitted to Marguerite Power, at the Graduate School of Social Service, Admissions Office, Lincoln Center by August 31. Your essay should be no more than 3 pages and describe yourself as an MSW candidate and your qualifications for this scholarship.
Fagan Award
The Rev. Msgr. John T. Fagan, Executive Director of Little Flower Children's Services of New York, established a scholarship in memory of his parents. The award recipient must be a Fordham University student studying and practicing in the field of Child Welfare services with one of the following organizations:
• Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth
• Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
• Sisters of Mercy
• Sisters of St. Dominic
• Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary
• Brothers of Mary—Marianist
• A Roman Catholic priest of the Diocese of Brooklyn, Rockville Centre, or New York
• Staff member of Little Flower Children's Services
If you meet eligibility requirements for this award, please send a statement of your eligibility and child welfare experience to Marguerite Power at Fordham University GSSS at Lincoln Center, during the month of August, tel. 212-636-6603.
Connolly Scholarship
(Fordham College Alumni – Undergraduate degree has to be from Fordham College, to be eligible.)
This award was established by Genevieve Cunningham in memory of her brother Francis J. Connolly. She requested that the scholarship go to a student in the Graduate School of Social Service who is a graduate of Fordham College. Two students each receive a $2,000 award. The scholarship is based on financial need and academic achievement. Recipients are chosen, by Fordham’s Scholarship Committee, on the basis of an essay submitted to Marguerite Power, at the Graduate School of Social Service, Admissions Office, Lincoln Center by August 31. Your essay should be no more than 3 pages and describe yourself as an MSW candidate and your qualifications for this scholarship.
Jesuit High School Scholarship. Full-time faculty members and administrators at Xavier H.S., Loyola School, Regis H.S., and St. Peter’s Prep who have qualified for admission to the Graduate School of Social Service of Fordham University will receive, upon request, a 50% reduction in tuition.
Latino Social Work Task Force Scholarship
The Latino Social Work Task Force has been working in collaboration with the National Association of Social Workers, NYC Chapter (NASW-NYC) and the Puerto Rican Family Institute, Inc., (PRFI) to develop a scholarship program to increase the number of Latino social workers necessary to serve the increased demand for linguistically and culturally sensitive services to the Latino community. The scholarship program provides scholarships to Latino men and women with significant financial need residing in the New York metropolitan area that have been accepted or are enrolled in a Master’s level social work program. For information about scholarship opportunities, please visit http://www.naswnyc.org/scholarships/latinoscholarship.htm.
Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc.- Edna Aimes Scholarships
The Edna Aimes Scholarship is awarded annually by the Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS). It is named for Edna Gentry Aimes, who bequeathed funds to MHANYS for the scholarship in 1965. Ms. Aimes was a pioneer in mental health work in Columbia County. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage the education of individuals to assist in the prevention and treatment of mental illnesses, the promotion of mental health, and the empowerment of adults, children, and families whose lives have been affected by mental illnesses. MHANYS, 194 Washington Avenue, Suite 415, Albany, NY 12210, tel. 518-434-0439, E-mail: scholarship@mhanys.org., www.mhanys.org/ednaaimes.htm.
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships For New Americans
The purpose of The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans is to provide opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished New Americans to achieve leadership in their chosen fields. The Program is established in recognition of the contributions New Americans have made to American life and in gratitude for the opportunities the United States has afforded the donors and their family.
The Fellowships are grants for up to two years of graduate study in the United States. The recipients are chosen on a nationally competitive basis. Thirty Fellowships will be awarded each year.
A New American is an individual who (1) is a resident alien, i.e., holds a Green Card; or, (2) has been naturalized as a US citizen, or (3) is the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens.
The applicant must either have a bachelor's degree or be in her/his final year of undergraduate study. Those who have a bachelor's degree may already be pursuing graduate study and may receive Fellowship support to continue that study. To be eligible you must not be older than thirty years of age as of NOVEMBER 1.
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships For New Americans
400 West 59th Street, New York, NY 10019
TEL: 212 547-6926 FAX: 212 548-4623
E-MAIL: pdsoros_fellows@sorosny.org INTERNET: www.pdsoros.org
Jewish Foundation for Education of Women Scholarships
Two $12,500 scholarships will be awarded for the academic year to female MSW students, living within a 50 mile radius of New York City. Students must be in the Advanced Year of study and entering their final fieldwork placement. One scholarship will go to a student in a gerontology field placement; the other to a student based on financial need. Recipents are chosen by Fordham's Scholarship Committee on the basis of an essay. The essay should be 3 pages, describing yourself as an MSW candidate and your qualifications for this scholarship. To apply: Send your essay, by June 1st, to:
Ms. Marguerite Power
Fordham University
Graduate School of Social Service
33 West 60th Street, Room 842
New York, NY 10023
Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program
30% tuition reduction awarded to 5 students- Must be employees of the City of New York. Application is available through your employer or through:
Cheryl Rafra, Director
Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program
New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services
1 Centre Street, Room 1340
NY NY 10007
tel. 212 669-4163
MGSP@dcas.nyc.gov
New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarship Program
For information contact:
New York State Education Dept.
Bureau of Higher Education Opportunity Program
VATEA/Scholarships
Cultural Education Center, Rm 5C64,
Albany NY, 12230
tel. 800-642-6234
Alfred V. Taylor Scholarship
Aimed at students interested in political social work practice. Contact:
Toby Weismiller ACSW
Political Affairs Office
National Association of Social Workers
7981 Eastern Avenue
Silver Spring MD 20910
American Council of the Blind
Scholarships to blind and legally blind students. For information contact:
Jessica Beach
Coordinator of Affiliate Mebership Services
American Council of the Blind
1155 Fifteenth St. NW, Suite 720
Washington, DC 20005
tel. 202-467-5081
American Association of Universtiy Women (AAUW)
Career Development Grants
Offering grants to women who have rec'd their bachelors degree prior to June 30 1992. Awards range from $1000 to $5000. For application write to:
AAUW
2201 N. Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52243-4030
tel. 319-337-1716
American Association of Universtiy Women (AAUW)
International Fellowships
Offering grants to women who are non citizens/residents of the USA. Must have achieved bachelors degree prior to Dec 1, 1996. For an application write to:
AAUW
2201 N. Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52243-4030
tel. 319-337-1716
www.aauw.org
American Indian Graduate Center
Offering graduate fellowships to American Indian and Alaskan Natives. Must be federally recognized as Native American (1/4th degree ancestry), a member of a Native tribe or group and demonstrate financial need. Awards $250 to $3000. For information contact:
AIGC
4520 Montgonery Blvd. NE
Suite 1B
Albuquerque, NM 87109
tel. 505-881-4584
The Beverly Powers Memorial Scholarship Fund.
This scholarship was established in 2004 through the generosity of James E. Powers, Retha Powers and many other family and friends to honor the memory of Beverly Powers, a 1965 graduate of the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service. Two $1,500 awards will support students who meet the following criteria: demonstration of financial need, demonstration of academic merit (3.0 grade point average or above), full or part-time enrollment in Fordham University, preference is given to a minority student (preferably a student of African-American or Hispanic descent). Recipients are chosen, by Fordham’s Scholarship Committee, on the basis of an essay submitted to:
Marguerite Power
Fordham University
Graduate School of Social Service
Admissions Office
33 West 60th Street, Room 842
NY NY 10023
Deadline is August 31. Your essay should be no more than 3 pages and describe yourself as an MSW candidate and your qualifications for this scholarship.
B'nai B'rith Youth Organization
Richard Kltznick Scholarship Fund
Offers scholarships to students in social group work. Should be interested in working within the Jewish community and be willing to accept employment with BBYO upon completion of the degree. Awards up to $2500 per annum. Contact:
BBYO
1640 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
tel. 202-857-6633
Bill Raskob Foundation, Inc.
Aiding students with educational loans at no interest. Note: there are no scholarships or grants/gifts awarded. No first year students on any level. Submit written request to:
Bill Raskob Foundation, Inc.
PO Box 507
Crownsville, MD 21032-05072
Board of Education Program of the City of New York
Division of Human Resources--Loan Forgiveness Program
Will repay student loans in exchange for employment in shortage area positions. Eligibility requirements involved. Visit the TeachNYC website
Business and Professional Women's Clubs of New York State, Inc
Grace LeGendre Fellowship Program
Provides $1000 fellowships to permanent residents of NY state who are also US citizens and demonstrate both financial need and scholastic ability. Must be full-time student in graduate study and within two years of completing studies in an advanced graduate degree program at an accredited college or university in New York State. Qualified candidates may go to the Grace LeGendre Endowment Fund web site: www.gracelegendre.org. Clickn on Fellowships (award year) example: Fellowships 2008. Fill our the application online and send it directly to the email address below or download and print on the 6 pages and mail, fax, or email them with the required documentation by the receipt deadline of February 28th each year.
Cynthia B. Gillmore
GLEF Fellowship Chair
802 Melcher Street
PO Box 200
Johnstown NY 12095-0200
Phone: 518-762-8483
Fax: 518-762-2279
CyndyG@aol.com
Connecticut Society For Clinical Social Work, Inc.
The Connecticut Society for Clinical Social Work, Inc., established in 1972, is a member chapter of the Clinical Social Work Federation. CSCSW is committed to promoting the highest standards of professional development for social work students pursuing training in clinical practice. A number of scholarships are awarded by the Connecticut Society for Clinical Social Work to qualified graduate students.
CSCSW, Inc.
179 N. Wall Street
Meriden, CT 06450
tel. 203-440-0321
www.cscsw.org
Council on Social Work Education
Carl A. Scott Book Scholarships
are available to students from ethnic groups of color, who are in their last year of graduate social work study (accredited by CSWE). Two $500 scholarships are available. For further information visit www.cswe.org. Click on Program/Services and then MFP/Scholoarships.
CSWE
1725 Duke Street, Suite 500
Alexandria, VA 22314
tel. 703-683-8080
fax. 703-683-8099
The Elmer Ediger Memorial Scholarship Fund
Encouraging education in the fields of mental health and developmental disabilities. Scholarships on a limited basis ranging from $1000 to $1200. Candidates should be interested in these areas, be graduate students and maintain a 3.25 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Applicants should also be interested in working in the Christian Church. For application contact:
Jenny Yoder
Mennonite Health Services
234 Main Street Suite A
Goshen, IN 46526
fax. 219-534-9689
Hattie M. Strong Foundation
Offers $2500 student loans, interest free. Must be US citizen or permanent resident in final year of undergraduate or graduate study. Send written requestwith brief personal history, identifying the school of attendance, subject of study and projected gadudation date, along with amount of funds needed to:
Hattie M. Strong Foundation
1620 Eye St. NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20006
tel. 202-331-1619
Jackson Graduate Fellowship Program
provides 2000 stipends to NAACP members who are full time grad students. Must be a citizen of US and under age 25. Write to:
Dr. Beverly P. Cole
Director of Education
NAACP
4805 Mt. Hope Dr.
Baltimore, MD 21215
tel. 410-358-8900
Japanese American Citizen's League
Scholarships to Americans of Japanese ancestry who are JACL members or their dependents. Send a self addressed stamped #10 size envelope to:
Japanese American Citizen's League
Graduate Awards
Nat'l Scholarship Committee
1765 Sutter Street
San Franciso, CA 94115
tel. 415-921-5225
Jewish Community Centers Association Scholarship Program
Offers tuition grants to Masters level students who are interested in a full-time career at a Jewish Community Center. Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better, demonstrate leadership potential, have a Jewish background and be enrolled in one of the following master's programs: social work, Jewish communal studies, physical education, early childhood education, cultural arts, or other degree program relevant to a career in a Center. Recipients can receive grants up to $10,000 for a 2 year period. The Gans Scholarship does require a connection to the Capital District of New York. Candidates must satisfy one of the following requirements: a. Present resident of the Capital District for a minimum of one year; or b. A prior resident who has made a significant contribution to the Capital District Jewish Community who has moved away to participate in Jewish community work or to pursue his or her education. For more information and an application visit:
www.JCCworks.com and click on Scholoarships
The John F. Steinman Fellowship Fund
offers fellowships to qualified persons based on scholastic record, personal qualifications, performance and interests in various fields of study, including social/case work. Fellowships are granted to those who have dedicated themselves to practicing in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Requests for applications should be addressed to:
The John Frederick Steinman Fellowship Fund Committee
Jay W. Wenrich, Secretary
8 West King Street
PO Box 1328
Lancaster, PA 17608-1328
The Leopold Schepp Foundation
offers scholarships to US citizens enrolled on a full time basis. Awards are granted to graduate students under age forty. For information send a self addressedstamped envelope to:
The Leopold Schepp Foundation
551 Fifth Avenue
Suite 3000
New York, NY 10176
tel. 212-986-3078
National Association of Puerto Rican Social Workers
provides scholarships to full-time graduate social work students who can demostrate interest in community organization and advocacy which could impact the Puerto Rican and Latino community. Financial need and academic proficiency should also be demonstrated. For more information visit www.naprhsw.org and click on provide scholarship monies.
NAPRHSW
PO Box 651
Brentwood, NY 11717
National Association of Social Workers
Gosnell Memorial Scholarship Fund
Offers funds to MSW students maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Applicants should be interested in working with the Native American or Hispanic population within the public or voluntary non-profit sector. To request an application contact:
NASW
Gosnell Memorial Scholarship Fund
750 First Street NE
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20002-4241
tel. 1 800-638-8799 ext 211
Gosnell Memorial Scholarship Fund Website
National Association of Social Workers
Verne Lyons Memorial Scholarship
Provides financial assistance to students committed to working with the African American community. For application deadline and further information contact:
NASW Research and Education Fund
Verne Lyons Scholarship Committee
750 First Street, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20002
tel. 800-638-8799 ext 211
Verne Lyons Memorial Scholarship Website
National Assoc of Social Workers Westchester Division
Whitney M. Young Jr. Scholarship Program
provides small stipends to students enrolled in a BSW or MSW program. Applicant must be a Westchester County resident. Applicant must have demonstrated commitment to social work action/change and must maintain standards of social work excellence. Applications are available on line at www.naswnys.org. Click Westchester Division, or contact:
NASW
New York State Chapter
Westchester Division
PO Box 446
Scarsdale, NY 10583
tel. 914-725-3610
National Education Foundation of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
offers scholarships and fellowships for graduate study. Some awards are only offered to members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. For information and application send a self addressed stamped enveleope to:
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
National Education Foundation
1734 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Wahington, DC 20009
tel. 202-387-3103
National Federation of the Blind
Scholarship Program
Awards a broad array of scholarships to recognize achievement by blind scholars. Some awards are subject to donor restrictions but may be awarded to both full and part time students.Toapply contact:
Mrs. Peggy Elliott, Chairman
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee
805 Fifth Avenue
Grinnell, IA 50112
tel. 515-236-3366
National Italian American Foundation (NIAF)
has a variety of scholarships available to undergradaute andgraduate students of Italian descent. Awards range from $1000 to $2000. To request an application contact:
NIAF Scholarship Committee
1860 Nineteenth Street NW
Washington, DC20009
tel. 202-387-0600
New York City Board of Education
Bilingual Scholarship Program
seeking applicants who are fluent in Spanish, Chinese or Haitian Creole. Applicants must possess a BA degree, have a 3.0 GPA, be a citizen or permanent resident of the US and show proof of unconditional acceptance into a matriculated graduate social work program. There is a $30 application fee (nonrefundable). Recipients must agree to accept employment with the NYC public school system upon graduation. The scholarship covers full tuition costs, and may be used for either full or part time study. Grants are awarded on a semester to semester basis, depending on availability of funding. Interested candidates can apply online at www.teachnycprograms.net.
North Manhattan Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
is a public service organization dedicated to excellence in academic and cultural achievement. This scholarship is a one year award in the amount of $1,500. The Dr. Bessie L. Wright Scholarship has been established to help African-American women in need of financial assistance, who are pursuing careers in human service or ministry. Dr. Wright was a social worker and at the time of her death, she was pursuing a Master of Theology degree in pastoral care and counseling. Deadline for submission of application is March 15. Requests for applications and inquiries for further information should be addressed to:
North Manhattan Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.,
Attention: Winona A. Green
468 Riverside Drive, #44
New York, NY 10027
or visit www.nmacdst.org.
The Organization of American States (OAS) – Department of Human Development – The Leo S. Rowe Pan American Fund
helps citizens from Latin America and Caribbean countries to finance their higher education and achieve their educational and professional goals in universities across the United States by awarding interest-free loans.
Supplementary aid of up to US $15,000 (for living expenses, tuition, or emergencies not covered by their principal source of finance).
Applications are accepted and reviewed year-round – there are no deadlines
Loans are granted for graduate and undergraduate studies.
Scholars, researchers, and professionals are also eligible to obtain funding for exchange programs and professional development courses lasting minimum one academic semester.
Easy access to loan application forms and instructions are on-line at: www.oas.org/rowe
These highly subsidized loans are made with the understanding that upon completion of their studies, beneficiaries commit to repay the loan in full and return to their home countries to apply their knowledge and training to the economic and social advancement of the developing countries within the Americas. 1889 F St NW 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20006, E-mail:
rowefund@oas.org Web page: www.oas.org/rowe Tel: (202) 458-6208, Fax:(202) 458-3897
PEO Sisterhood
PEO International Peace Scholarship Fund
provides scholarships to women who are not citizens of the USA or Canada. Recipients must promise to return to their country of origin to pursue a career. A maximum award of $5000 can be renewed twice. For information write to:
PEO Executive Ofiice
3700 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
The Roothbert Fund, Inc.
provides scholarships to graduate level students who are motivated by spiritual values. Awards range from $2000 to $4000. Interested students should apply between December and February prior to their projected academic year. Send an application request to:
The Roothbert Foundation, Inc.
475 Riverside Drive. Rm 252
New York, NY 10015
tel. 212-870-3116
The Ruth M. Batson Educational Foundation
provides financial assistance to African American students to supplement other grants, loans or scholarships. Also provides emergency grants to students who need special assistance to remain in school. Documentation on financial need, character and academic achievement are required. Grants from $500 to $1500. For more information contact:
The Ruth M. Batson Educational Foundation
250 Cambridge Street Suite 701
Boston, MA 02114
State of New York, Governor’s Office of Employee Relations
PSTP Voucher Program, the tuition support program administered by the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) to meet the educational needs of New York State employees in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (PS&T) Unit.
Any questions relating to the PSTP Voucher Program can be addressed by contacting:
Shelia Brand by telephone at
(518) 408-1889
fax at (518) 474-8587
e-mail at sbrand@goer.state.ny.us.
United Help, Inc.--Nehemiah Robinson Memorial Scholarship Fund
offers grants and loans to eligible applicants-- Jewish persons directly affected by Nazi oppression in German occupied territories during the the 1930's and 1940's. For further information and application contact:
United Help, Inc.
440 Ninth Ave.
New York, NY 10001
tel. 212-971-7600
Westchester County--Ruth Taylor Scholarships
are available to Westchester County residents pursuing graduate studies in social work. Average annual award is $1000. For application contact:
The Ruth Taylor Award Fund
Personnel Dept.
Department of Social Services
112 East Pond Road
White Plains, NY 10601
tel.914-995-5483
The Wiener Educational Center-- Professional Education Network Scholarship (PENS)
provides financial needs-based assistance for selected MSW students (clinical group work, community organization, social administration). Students should be interested in working on behalf of the Jewish community in any of the agencies within the UJA Federation network. Maximum stipend is $4000 per year. Commitment to work within the UJA network for at least 2 years upon graduation is required. Those interested should contact:
Shelley Horwitz
Educational Coordinator
Wiener Educational Center
tel. 212-836 1611
fax. 212-755-9183
email horwitzs@ujafedny.org
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