Explore eligibility details for the St. Vincent Scholarship, an opportunity for MSW students to reduce the cost of their degree.
Each year, ¼ø»Æʦapp provides up to $2,500 to two MSW students through the St. Vincent Scholarship. Explore the requirements and application process below.
The St. Vincent Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship for students enrolled in the Master of Social Work program. This award is available to students enrolled in 9 or more course credits per semester. Priority will be given to students who are affiliated with or planning a career in a social service agency in the area served by the Diocese of Davenport.
Two students each year are selected for the St. Vincent Scholarship. A committee of MSW faculty and practicing social workers reviews applications and selects recipients with a preference for students who have financial need and are affiliated with or planning a career in a social service agency in the area served by the Diocese of Davenport.
The St. Vincent Scholarship is disbursed following a straightforward process:
Experience the seamless financial support of the St. Vincent Scholarship as you pursue your degree at ¼ø»Æʦapp.
Applying for a scholarship is easy. Follow these steps.
To qualify for the St. Vincent Scholarship, you need to apply to SAU’s MSW program and meet eligibility requirements.
Prepare a 500-750 word personal statement outlining your financial need, post-graduation employment plans, and reasons for pursuing a MSW.
Applications are due each year on April 15. Submit your application to be considered for the St. Vincent Scholarship.
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