Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial Scholarship

Name: Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount:

• Up to $4,000 per scholarship; up to 10 scholarships awarded annually.

Information and Eligibility:
The Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial Scholarship is awarded to master’s degree candidates in social work who have demonstrated a commitment to working with, or who have special affinity with, American Indian/Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino populations, or in public and voluntary nonprofit agency settings. The scholarship honors Consuelo W. Gosnell, a social work pioneer dedicated to improving conditions for marginalized communities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• NASW Membership: Must be a current member in good standing of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).
• Academic Enrollment: Applied to or accepted into an accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) program; payment of the award is contingent upon full admission into the program.
• Academic Performance: Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above.
• Commitment: Demonstrated dedication to working with American Indian/Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino populations, or in public and voluntary nonprofit agency settings.

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form available on the NASW Foundation website.
• Biographical essay (two typed, double-spaced pages) addressing career goals, interests, and relevant work, volunteer, and school/field experience.
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
• Two letters of recommendation from professionals familiar with the applicant’s academic and/or professional capabilities.
• Proof of NASW membership in good standing.

Application Timeline:

• Application Deadline: February 26.
• Notification of Awards: Typically in late spring or early summer.
• Funding Disbursement: Award is disbursed in two installments at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters.

Additional Information:

• Students enrolled in an MSW program for more than one year may reapply for part or all of a second year.
• Recipients are expected to maintain active NASW membership throughout the award period.
• For more details and application materials, visit the official NASW Foundation scholarship page below.

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