Harriet & Sandra Rosenbaum Scholarship Full-Time MSW Program

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to newly accepted MSW students who have financial need and a long-term commitment to working in the field of social work following graduation. This scholarship was established to support exceptional students with financial need (as determined by the FAFSA or the international student financial form). Applicants without financial need are not eligible for this scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria
Open to incoming Full-Time MSW students with a financial need

Donor Information
This Scholarship honors the memory of MSSW graduate Ethel Sandra Rosenbaum and her mother Harriet Abelson Rosenbaum, MSW. Both had strong ties to UW-Madison. Harriet earned her undergraduate degree at UW-Madison and her masters at Smith. Sandy earned her B.A. in Psychology and Sociology and her Masters in Social Work at UW-Madison. Both believed in the power of social work to transform lives.

Award Information
This award provides tuition and fees and a stipend for the length of time in the MSW program dependent on satisfactory academic progress towards degree.

For more information, goto https://socwork.wisc.edu/students/awards-and-scholarships/harriet-sandra-rosenbaum-scholarship/

Award
Varies
Organizations
School of Social Work
Deadline
01/15/2027
Supplemental Questions
  1. This scholarship was established to support exceptional students with financial need (as determined by the FAFSA or the International Student Financial Information Form). Applicants without financial need are not eligible for this scholarship. Only applicants with a FAFSA or International Student Financial Inforamation Form on file will be considered. I agree to complete a FAFSA or International Student Financial Information Form as part of this application.
  2. Did you apply to the Full-Time MSW Program for the upcoming year?
  3. Applicants may be invited for a brief virtual interview. Would you be available for an interview in late April (exact date and time TBD)? (exact date and time TBD)
  4. Do you have a BSW?
  5. For tuition purposes, I am a/an:
  6. Q1: Submit a 2 page essay (double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman or similar font) addressing the following two questions: (1) tell us about you, your potential for success in graduate school, and your commitment to make a difference working in the social work profession following graduation; and (2) What is your compelling vision for creating positive change through the social work field?
  7. International Applicants Only: International Student Financial Information Form
    • a) This scholarship was established to support exceptional students with financial need (as determined by the FAFSA for domestic students the international student financial form). Applicants without financial need are not eligible for this scholarship. Only applicants with a FAFSA on file or international applicants who submit this form will be considered. I agree to complete a FAFSA or international student financial form as part of this application.
    • b) Cost of Attendance & Funding: Estimated Annual Tuition, Estimated Living Expenses, Health Insurance & Other Costs, Travel Costs (annual), Total Estimated Cost, Funding Already Secured (scholarships, sponsors, etc.), Total Amount Secured, Amount of Financial Aid Requested
    • c) Family Income and Assets: Total Annual Household Income (local currency), Equivalent in USD, Breakdown of Income Sources (salary, business, etc.), Total Value of Family Assets (savings, property, etc.), Outstanding Debts or Liabilities
    • d) Family Information: Parent/Guardian 1 Name, Relationship, Occupation, Employer, Parent/Guardian 2 Name, Relationship, Occupation, Employer, Total Number of Dependents in Household, Number of Dependents Currently in School/University,
    • e) Scholarships & External Support: List any scholarships or financial aid applied for, List any sponsorships (government, employer, etc.), Expected Future Funding (if any),
    • f) Special Circumstances: Please describe any financial hardships or special circumstances affecting your ability to pay
    • g) Student Financial Information: Personal Savings (if any), Current Employment (if any), Monthly/Annual Earnings, Are you financially independent? ☐ Yes ☐ No
    • h) Support Documentation (Please attach copies where applicable: family income statements, bank statements, proof of employments, scholarship award letters, etc.)
    • i) I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in denial or revocation of this scholarship. Type name to indicate your agreement
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