CCWSC applications are here! You can apply online here. Our next rolling deadline to apply is February 15, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted as long as funding is available. See below for more instructions!
CCWSC scholarships are available to full- and part-time BSW and MSW students enrolled at one of our partner universities, including those completing their degrees online and MSW Advanced Standing students. The scholarships include a competitive application & interview process and a limited number are available each year. Learn more about the program’s eligibility and requirements.
Questions? Please email us at [email protected].
Application Instructions
Our application is rolling, due on the 15th of every month January – May.
January 15, 2023 is the priority deadline for the 2023-2024 CCWSC scholarship. Scholarships will be awarded as long as funds are available – scholarship applications submitted by 1/15/23 have the best chance of being awarded.
The earlier you apply, the better chance you have of receiving a scholarship!
Our next deadlines are:
- February 15th, 2023
- March 15th, 2023
- April 15th, 2023
- May 15th, 2023
Apply online here!
We suggest you take a look at our sample application to prepare.
Both returning scholars & new applicants have short answer questions with word limits. We suggest you prepare your answers in a Word doc to show word count & to edit easily. See below for the application’s short answer questions:
You must submit a FERPA form for each university your have applied to:
Welcome! If you would like to start preparing for your child welfare scholarship application, you can watch the Colorado Realistic Social Caseworker Job Preview video.
In addition to your essays, you will need the following documents:
- Resume: Please provide a 1-2 page updated resumé (including educational and work/volunteer experience).
- Reference Requests: All reference requests will be submitted online through the application software
- First time applicants: Two reference requests are required and should
come from someone who is acquainted with your writing skills, personal
qualities and your professional goals. If applicable, they should also be
knowledgeable about child welfare. - Returning Scholars: One reference request is required and should come
from your current field instructor or internship coordinator. - County employees: One reference request MUST be from your
current child welfare supervisor.
- First time applicants: Two reference requests are required and should
- FERPA form: This form is university-specific. You will find one for each participating school below.
Yes, you need references!
All reference requests will be submitted through our online application – you will need the name & contact information for all people submitting references on your behalf
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- First time applicants: Two reference requests are required and should
come from someone who is acquainted with your writing skills, personal
qualities and your professional goals. If applicable, they should also be
knowledgeable about child welfare. - Returning Scholars: One reference request is required and should come
from your current field instructor or internship coordinator. - County employees: One reference request MUST be from your
current child welfare supervisor.
- First time applicants: Two reference requests are required and should
Yes! Download that here.
We are here to answer any questions. Please contact us at [email protected]