Scholarships – Questions and Answers

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Certainly! Here's a clean, source-free list of scholarships available for undergraduate students in Social Work applying for Fall 2025 intake in the United States and Canada:


πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States – Social Work Scholarships (Undergraduate, Fall 2025)

βœ… 1. Bethesda Lutheran Communities Scholarship

  • For students pursuing careers in social services, especially those supporting people with disabilities.
  • Requires good academic standing and active community involvement.
  • Typically awarded in the range of \$3,000.

βœ… 2. Davis-Putter Scholarship

  • For students actively involved in social justice, community work, or advocacy.
  • Based on both financial need and commitment to change.
  • Award ranges from \$7,500 to \$15,000.

βœ… 3. Leopold Schepp Foundation Scholarship

  • Open to students with strong academic performance and leadership qualities in helping professions.
  • Financial need and character references required.
  • Amount up to \$10,000 annually.

βœ… 4. NABSW Scholarships (National Association of Black Social Workers)

  • For Black students studying social work at accredited schools.
  • Requires full-time enrollment and a personal statement on community service goals.

βœ… 5. Patty Gibbs-Wahlberg Scholarship

  • For students in Phi Alpha (the social work honor society).
  • Recognizes academic excellence and service in social work.
  • Award typically ranges from \$1,000 to \$3,000.

βœ… 6. Presbyterian Church Scholarships

  • For members of the Presbyterian Church entering social service fields, including social work.
  • Need-based, with awards around \$4,000.

βœ… 7. LGBTQ+ Student Scholarships

  • For students identifying as LGBTQ+ or allies studying social work or similar fields.
  • Some scholarships available only to residents of specific U.S. states.

βœ… 8. Native American Student Scholarships

  • For Indigenous students in accredited undergraduate programs, including social work.
  • Awards vary and may include book allowances, tuition support, or full scholarships.

βœ… 9. NASW Rural or African American Focused Awards

  • Offered to students focused on social work in rural or underserved African American communities.
  • Often valued at \$1,000 or more.

βœ… 10. Carl A. Scott Book Scholarship

  • Small awards for books and supplies to support diversity, inclusion, and equity in social work.
  • Typically \$500.

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada – Social Work Scholarships (Undergraduate, Fall 2025)

βœ… 1. Robert F. Lawson Fund (Careers That Care)

  • For low-income students pursuing caring professions like social work.
  • Award amount is around \$1,000.
  • Based on financial need and career commitment.

βœ… 2. MacEwan University Social Work Awards (Multiple Scholarships)

  • Includes entrance scholarships, memorial bursaries, and awards for students in the social work diploma or degree program.
  • Individual awards range from \$1,000 to \$1,600.
  • Criteria vary β€” some require financial need, others academic achievement or community service.

If you're interested in a particular country, university, or type of scholarship (e.g., based on need, community service, or identity), I can help narrow things down or guide you through applying!

Are they any scholarships available for social work on undergraduate students for September or fall for 2025?

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