School of Social Work
Financial Resources for Social Work Graduate
Students
*All opportunities listed here are for consideration for all MSW students, including
MSW/JD students and MSWwp students unless it indicates MSW/JD and/or
MSWwp are excepted, or if it says PhD only. All opportunities are relevant for PhD
students unless it indicates MSW only or PhD applicants excepted
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Financial Resources for Social Work MSW and PHD
Students, School of Social Work, University of
Windsor
PLEASE NOTE: This document is always a work in progress. All options listed below,
including values of awards, application process and deadlines, are only a guide.
They change from year to year and are contingent on available funds. Always check
with the Awards Office for specific details for the year in which you are applying.
Helpful Guidelines
 Applications can be made either prior to acceptance into the program or during any
year of study of the program
 References required for applications should be contacted at least one month prior to
the deadline
 There are many sports scholarships available that were not included in this list
since it’s main focus is on the School of Social Work, if you are a varsity athlete
please check the awards office for more funding opportunities
 Take advantage of the University of Windsor’s funding search. Log on to your
Student Portal (myUWindsor) click on “Financial Matters” then Awards” and
complete the awards search , or you can log onto University of Windsor, Student
Information System (SIS) @ http://www.uwindsor.ca/sis and search under
Awards Information
 Please use this website as a resource to find more funding opportunities:
http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards/scholarships-and-bursaries-0
Please go through the following list of financial resources and make note of any
that interest you. Many students do not take advantage of additional funding
resources because they find the process complicated and time consuming. This
booklet was created to help make the process easier and less time consuming.
Since scholarship information is always changing, it would be helpful if you
inform the Social Work Graduate Secretary of any erroneous or outdated
information.
The following list of awards are all tenable at the University of Windsor.
*All opportunities listed here are for consideration for all MSW students, including
MSW/JD students and MSWwp students unless it indicates MSW/JD and/or
MSWwp are excepted, or if it says PhD only. All opportunities are relevant for PhD
students unless it indicates MSW only or PhD applicants excepted
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Table of Contents
Recommended Start for Preparation ............................................................................................. 6
Financial Resources for Social Work Graduate Students ........................................................ 7
At time of admission .............................................................................................................................. 7
University of Windsor Masters/Doctorate Entrance Scholarship [except MSWwp] ..... 7
University of Windsor Transfer Scholarship............................................................................... 7
Canadian Institutes of Health Research Canada Graduate Scholarships (CIHR)/
Doctoral Research Award................................................................................................................... 7
John and Lois Lamont Graduate Scholarship .............................................................................. 7
Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS) ........................................................................................... 8
Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada Fellowship (SSHRC) ......... 8
Due at multiple points throughout the program ......................................................................... 9
Aboriginal Postsecondary Education and Training Bursary ................................................. 9
The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Micheal Smith Foreign Supplements Program
[must already have a TRI-COUNCIL AWARD] .............................................................................. 9
Graduate Assistantships ..................................................................................................................... 9
International Travel Bursary ............................................................................................................ 9
Research Assistantships ................................................................................................................... 10
University of Windsor Graduate Student Bursary................................................................... 10
Typically due in September ............................................................................................................... 10
John Hughes Memorial Scholarship.............................................................................................. 10
Typically due in October .................................................................................................................... 11
Norman Barwin Scholarship for Reproductive Health .......................................................... 11
University of Windsor Work Study Program (part-time jobs on campus for students
demonstrating financial need) ....................................................................................................... 11
Gary O'Neil Memorial Award (Windsor-St. Clair Rotary) ..................................................... 11
Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Foundation Award .................................................................. 11
Rhodes Scholarship ............................................................................................................................ 12
Beta Sigma Phi Award........................................................................................................................ 12
Duronio Family Scholarship ............................................................................................................ 12
Harmony Masonic Lodge #579 Bursaries .................................................................................. 13
Jenna Leigh Middlebrook Social Work Scholarship (in memory of Jenna Leigh
Middlebrook who as an infant died of a congenital heart defect) ..................................... 13
Kim Harper Memorial Social Work Scholarship ...................................................................... 13
Marion R. and Terry P. McGuire Award ....................................................................................... 13
Mary Fuller Scholarship .................................................................................................................... 14
Papich Memorial Fund ...................................................................................................................... 14
Patrick F. and Elsie J. Horwood Bursary Fund .......................................................................... 14
Raechel Slobasky Kaplan Social Work Bursaries .................................................................... 14
Rev. W.H. Godden Bursary ............................................................................................................... 15
Social Work Alumni Scholarship ................................................................................................... 15
Social Work Faculty & Staff Scholarship ..................................................................................... 15
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Typically due in November ................................................................................................................ 16
Trudeau Foundation Scholarship [PhD ONLY] ......................................................................... 16
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW 1989 Ecole Polytechnique
Commemorative Awards .................................................................................................................. 16
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Beverly Jackson Fellowship .......... 16
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Alice E. Wilson Awards ............ 17
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Marion Elder Grant Fellowship
[PhD ONLY] ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Margaret Dale Philp Biennial
Award ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Margaret McWilliams PreDoctoral Fellowship [PhD ONLY] ................................................................................................... 17
D. Garner Green Shield Canada Foundation Leadership Scholarship .............................. 18
U.W.S.A. Bursaries ............................................................................................................................... 18
Typically due in December ................................................................................................................ 18
Graduate Student Award of Merit ................................................................................................. 18
The Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award.......................................................................... 18
Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship ...................................................................................... 19
Dr. Kenneth Montague African Diaspora Scholarship ........................................................... 19
The Hilary M. Weston Scholarship ................................................................................................ 19
St. Paul's Canterbury Memorial Scholarship ............................................................................. 20
Typically due in January .................................................................................................................... 20
The Nicholas Bala award for excellence in Children and Family Law .............................. 20
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships ................................................................................ 20
Captain Cletus Cheng Memorial Bursary .................................................................................... 21
MEDA Limited Carole Lawn Scholarship ..................................................................................... 21
Mensa Canada Scholarships ............................................................................................................ 21
The Soroptimist Foundation of Canada ....................................................................................... 21
Typically due in February.................................................................................................................. 22
Mackenzie King Open Scholarship ................................................................................................ 22
India Canada Association Scholarship ......................................................................................... 22
J. David McMurray Residence Award ........................................................................................... 22
Brian & Wilma Hannon Graduate Scholarship ......................................................................... 22
Neil Gold International Social Justice Award ............................................................................ 23
Graduate Student Society Award ................................................................................................... 23
Typically due in March ....................................................................................................................... 23
A. Rand and E.G. Ferriss Award ...................................................................................................... 23
Charles Clark Graduate Award ....................................................................................................... 24
Lois K. Smedick Graduate Award................................................................................................... 24
Ontario Trillium Scholarship .......................................................................................................... 24
ATHENA Scholarship Fund (Windsor) ......................................................................................... 24
3M Canada Company Bursary Awards ......................................................................................... 25
Dr. Ross H. Paul Scholarships.......................................................................................................... 25
James Molnar Graduate Scholarship ............................................................................................ 25
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Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Windsor Graduate Award .......... 25
Casino Windsor Cares Gail Rosenblum Memorial Breast Cancer Research
Scholarships .......................................................................................................................................... 26
Gloria & Carl Morgan Graduate Scholarship in Breast Cancer Research ........................ 26
Verdecchia Family Graduate Scholarships in Health Sciences ........................................... 26
Windsor Prostate Cancer Scholarship ......................................................................................... 27
Feminist Research Group Travel Grant ....................................................................................... 27
Typically due in April .......................................................................................................................... 27
Harry Mandelbaum Award .............................................................................................................. 27
IDRC Canadian Window on International Development Awards....................................... 27
Typically due in the summer ............................................................................................................ 28
Governor General’s Gold Medal ..................................................................................................... 28
After graduation .................................................................................................................................. 28
Odyssey Award ..................................................................................................................................... 28
Alumni Association In-Course Scholarships .............................................................................. 28
Alumni Association In-Course Awards ........................................................................................ 29
Index ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
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Recommended Start for Preparation
Summer
Sept
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Grad Bursary
Children’s Aid
Norman Barwin
CIHR (doctorate)
Rhodes Scholarship
Trudeau
SSHRC
CIHR (masters)
OGS
Social Work
Endowment Awards
All and any CFUW
Green Shield
Hilary Weston
Delta Kappa Gamma
Ontario Women’s Health
Nicholas Bala
Soroptimist
Window on International Development
Graduate Student
Society Award
Neil Gold
Ontario Trillium Scholarship
ATHENA
Grad Bursary
Harry Mandelbaum
Faculty of
Graduate Studies
Allocated Awards
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Financial Resources for Social Work Graduate Students
At time of admission
University of Windsor Masters/Doctorate Entrance Scholarship [except MSWwp]
Type of Award: internal entrance award
Deadline: acceptance of admission
Value: $3,500 over 3 semesters if high average is maintained (masters) and $6,000 per
year, up to four years if high average is maintained (doctorate)
Eligibility Requirements: have a high academic average (above 80%, or equivalent), be a
domestic or international student
Application Process: not requiring an application
For More Information: visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/grad/internal-graduate-scholarshipsand-awards
University of Windsor Transfer Scholarship
Type of Award: Internal, entrance award
Deadline: acceptance of admission
Value: between $500 to $2,000 dollars (depending upon the student’s previous university
cumulative GPA)
Eligibility Requirements: direct transfer from a Canadian or US University (excluding
second entry programs), Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident registered as a full time
student
Application Process: not requiring an application
For More Information: visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards/transfer-student
Due in the academic year prior to year of the award
Canadian Institutes of Health Research Canada Graduate Scholarships (CIHR)/
Doctoral Research Award
Type of Award: external Tri-Council
Deadline: set by individual University
Value: $17, 500 for one year for masters students, $35,000 for 36 months for doctoral
students
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student or 4th year BSW student, a Canadian citizen
or a permanent resident, be involved with a research project or plan on starting a research
project, recipients cannot be working more than an average of 10 hours per week and
MSW/JD students can only receive this award for the first year of their program
Application Process: involves filling out an application form, providing a letter of intent, a
CV, transcripts
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
www.cihr.ca
John and Lois Lamont Graduate Scholarship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check with social work graduate secretary for specific deadline (typically June)
Value: $2,600 one awarded annually
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Eligibility Requirements: be a full time graduate student that, possesses an Honours
degree or its equivalent and intend to pursue a graduate degree in the field of sexual and
reproductive health, include disciplines such as biology, Canadian studies, education,
history, law, medicine, political science, psychology, social work, sociology, and women's
studies, a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant who are graduates of any recognized
university
Application Process: submit a typed essay of between 500 and 700 words, outlining his or
her education, background in sexual and reproductive health and women's issues,
aspirations, and plans, clearly state their support of the values and beliefs of the Canadian
Federation for Sexual Health, include CV, transcript, references, submit application to John
and Lois Lamont Graduate Scholarship Committee (see link below)
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://www.cfsh.ca/What-We-Do/Scholarships_and_Awards/John-and-Lois-LamontGraduate-Scholarship.aspx
Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS)
Type of Award: external
Deadline: is set by individual Universities (typically in January)
Value: up to $15,000 tenable only at university of application
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student with an A- grade average or better in the
most recent two years of study, international students should note that while they are
eligible to apply for OGS support, there are a very limited number of awards allocated to
international students, recipients cannot be working more than an average of 10 hours per
week and MSW/JD students can only receive this award for the first year of their program
Application Process: check online www.uwindsor.ca/awards for OGS application
guidelines and application forms, application includes providing references, transcripts, and
a research proposal; submit to social work graduate secretary
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://osap.gov.on.ca
Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada Fellowship (SSHRC)
Type of Award: external Tri-Council
Deadline: set by individual Universities
Value: up to $17,500 for one year non renewable for masters students and $20,000 per
year for up to four years for doctoral students
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate a high standard of academic achievement in
undergraduate and graduate studies in the social science and humanities, be a Canadian
citizen or Permanent resident by the time the award will be completed (at least one year of
doctoral study or a masters degree), and be involved with social science and humanities
oriented research, recipients cannot be working more than an average of 10 hours per week
and MSW/JD students can only receive this award for the first year of their program
Application Process: includes filling out an online application form, providing references,
writing a program of study, a list of research contributions, and providing transcripts
submitted to the Graduate Secretary, School of Social Work. Application material is
available in the Office of Graduate Studies (www.uwindsor.ca/grad), or the SSHRC website
(www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca)
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or the
SSHRC website (www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca)
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Due at multiple points throughout the program
Aboriginal Postsecondary Education and Training Bursary
Type of Award: external, Government of Ontario bursary
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October and January)
Value: unknown. Please contact awards office
Eligibility Requirements: a students of Aboriginal ancestry (Non-status, Métis, Bill C-31,
Status, Innu, Inuit), able to demonstrate financial need, document source of support, and a
Canadian citizens/Permanent Residents residing in Ontario
Application Process: Apply online through the University of Windsor, submit proof of
financial need, and document confirming native status
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Micheal Smith Foreign Supplements
Program [must already have a TRI-COUNCIL AWARD]
Type of Award: external
Deadline: university set internal deadline (typically September and June)
Value: up to $6,000 (based on information and budget justification)
Eligibility Requirements: supplements are available only to students currently holding a
Canada Graduate Scholarship from any of the Tri-Council agencies and who wish to
undertake a period of study abroad
Application Process: includes completing a terms and conditions of applying form and an
application form, email or mail the forms to the respective Tri-Agency
For More Information: visit http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programsprogrammes/fellowships/cgs_foreign_study-besc_etudes_etranger-eng.aspx, and
http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/CGSForeignStudyBESCEtudeEtranger_eng.asp
Graduate Assistantships
Type of Award: work opportunity
Deadline: typically early August and December, students will be emailed the information
Value: $9,537(masters), $10,626 (doctorate) for Fall/Winter allocation for average of 10
hours of work a week
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student, with good academic standing
Application Process: apply through the School of Social Work for a Graduate
Assistantship position when announcements for applications are made by email, involves
filling out a form, sending in a resume and a transcript
For More Information: visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
International Travel Bursary
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: September 15th (for fall or fall/winter), January 15th (for winter term only) and May
15th (for summer only)
Value: up to $750 per term
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Eligibility Requirements: a student who takes a full course load through a University of
Windsor Exchange Program, or who will be working abroad with a limited income through a
Co-op placement, who has not already received support towards meeting travel costs
through other channels, must be a Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents and
residents of Ontario, has completed at least three courses at the University of Windsor with
a cumulative average of at least 8.0 and demonstrates financial need
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor, submit proof of
financial need
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Research Assistantships
Type of Award: work opportunity
Deadline: ongoing
Value: vary by position, typically between $15 - $25 an hour
Eligibility Requirements: depends on position
Application Process: directly contact individual faculty and ask if they are currently looking
to hire RA’s to assist with their research projects
For More Information: students should contact professors they would be interested
working with, an email notification may be sent out by the Social Work Graduate Secretary
Sessional Instructor
Type of Award: work opportunity
Deadline: Posted by the School of Social Work
Value: $6,360 per course (on campus) and a 4% vacation pay and $8,500 per course (off
campus) with a $500 bonus (based on teaching scores)
Eligibility Requirements: As posted on the job advertisement
Application Process: As posted on the job advertisement
For More Information: Contact the School of Social Work
University of Windsor Graduate Student Bursary
Type of Award: internal, application required
Deadline: February 15th for Fall/Winter, June 15th for Int/Summer
Value: need based assistance
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time Graduate at the University of Windsor, a Canadian
resident or permanent residence, or protected person who currently resides in Ontario
Application Process: online through the Awards Office, submit a short typed statement
(one to two double-spaced pages) outlining how applicant sees the role of social work
impacting the community with respect to a specific vulnerable population or social issues,
generally students must apply for and be in receipt of government student loan (eg. OSAP)
or otherwise document financial hardship in meeting basic education-related costs in order
to be considered
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Typically due in September
John Hughes Memorial Scholarship
Type of Award: internal
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Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically September)
Value: up to $1200, awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: have at least one parent who is currently serving as a police
officer or civilian member of a police force stationed in Essex County, be a full-time student
achieving the highest average (at least 8.5) of all applicants and be registered in second
year or beyond
Application Process: download forms from the student awards website at
http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards. Go to “Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries” then “Forms”
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Typically due in October
Norman Barwin Scholarship for Reproductive Health
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October) check the UWindsor
Awards website
Value: $2,500, one awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time graduate student, demonstrate academic excellence,
involved with research regarding reproductive health and human rights, a Canadian citizen
or landed immigrant
Application Process: includes references, a CV to the UWindsor Awards office
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://www.canadiansforchoice.ca/scholarship.html
University of Windsor Work Study Program (part-time jobs on campus for students
demonstrating financial need)
Type of Award: work opportunity
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October)
Value: $12/hour for 5-10 hours per week
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate financial need, have applied for OSAP
Application Process: complete a GRAD Income Statement logon to myUWINDSOR, click
on "Financial Matters", then "Awards", and follow the directions from there
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards/work-study-student-information
Gary O'Neil Memorial Award (Windsor-St. Clair Rotary)
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 15)
Eligibility Requirements: have been out of the workforce for at least 1 year, and will not be
an immediate family member of a Rotarian, a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
(includes those with Protected Persons status), residing in Ontario with proven financial
need
Application Process: Apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Foundation Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 15)
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Value: Annual award that depends on interest from the trust, can be renewable
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, who is a crown
ward or past crown ward of the Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society, a Canadian Citizen
or Permanent Resident (includes those with Protected Persons status) residing in Ontario,
have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 5.0 and have demonstrated financial need
Application Process: Apply online, submit a current letter from the Windsor-Essex
Children's Aid Society confirming status
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Rhodes Scholarship
Type of Award: international external
Deadline: check web link below for specific deadline (typically in October 18)
Value: varies but provides funding to study in Oxford University for 2 or 3 years including
travel expenses, living expenses and tuition (2 granted in Ontario)
Eligibility Requirements: must fulfil the citizenship and residency requirements of the
Rhodes constituency for which they are applying, be between the ages of 18 and 24, and
have high academic standing
Application Process: includes evidence of academic record/transcript, curriculum
vitae/resume, personal statement or essay, evidence of age, English language proficiency,
photograph, list several of references
For More Information: visit http://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/about/rhodescountries/rhodes-canada
Beta Sigma Phi Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a female student who is a Canadian citizen or permanent
resident of Canada and a resident of Windsor or Essex County, has completed at least one
year of study at the University of Windsor, be in full-time attendance, have satisfactory
standing and demonstrate financial need
Application Process: download forms from the student awards website at
http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards. Go to “Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries” then “Forms”
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Duronio Family Scholarship
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: unknown
Eligibility Requirements: a full time student from Windsor and Essex County who has
shown good academic progress in their first year (minimum 9.5 cumulative average
required), can demonstrate financial need, is a Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
(includes those with Protected Persons status), and meets OSAP Ontario residency
requirements.
Application Process: if you have applied for a "University of Windsor In-course Bursary"
online by October 31 through the University of Windsor awards search, you will
automatically be considered for this award
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For More Information: visit ww.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Harmony Masonic Lodge #579 Bursaries
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: up to $600, four bursaries assigned annually
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate academic standing (minimum 6.5 GPA required),
financial need and be a Canadian/Permanent Resident who is a resident of Windsor or
Essex County, preference is given to members of "The Windsor District Masonic Order" or
their children or grandchildren
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Jenna Leigh Middlebrook Social Work Scholarship (in memory of Jenna Leigh
Middlebrook who as an infant died of a congenital heart defect)
Type of Award: internal, social work endowment award
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: $250-$500 one per year (total value is the interest earned on the capital amount)
Eligibility Requirements: a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate, or graduate Social Work
student, able to demonstrate financial need, Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or
Permanent Residents (includes those with Protected Persons status) in Ontario who meet
OSAP Ontario residency requirements and have proven financial need. Candidates must
show evidence of a commitment to working with children, preferably in the area of children's
health
Application Process: apply online, provide a brief typed statement (1 or 2 double spaced
pages) outlining how their personal experience, employment experience, and studies have
influenced their commitment to working with children
For More Information: apply on-line through University of Windsor (SIS)
Kim Harper Memorial Social Work Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, social work endowment award
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: approximately $250-$500, one award per year (total value is the interest earned on
the capital amount)
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time graduate (even numbered years)/undergraduate
students in third year (odd numbered years) who is registered in the School of Social Work
at the University of Windsor, must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents (includes
those with Protected Persons status) meeting OSAP Ontario residency requirements and
have financial need, Application Process: must submit a short typed statement (one to
two double-spaced pages) outlining their interest and commitment to working with at-risk
populations, apply online
For More Information: apply on-line through University of Windsor (SIS)
Marion R. and Terry P. McGuire Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
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Value: awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time student in Year 2 or beyond who is a Windsor-area,
hourly employee of Chrysler (minimum five year's seniority) or his/her dependent child,
demonstrates character, financial need, and scholastic potential (minimum 8.5 GPA)
Application Process: download forms from the student awards website at
http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards. Go to “Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries” then “Forms”
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Mary Fuller Scholarship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: value unknown awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: have a cumulative average of at least 9.0, be registered full-time
in any year, in any Faculty, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident residing in Ontario,
prove financial need, have applied for the University of Windsor in course bursary, and is
currently receiving OSAP
Application Process: if you have applied for a "University of Windsor In-course Bursary"
online by October 31st through the awards search, you will automatically be considered for
this award
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Papich Memorial Fund
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: unknown, Please contact awards office
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate academic standing (minimum 8.5 GPA required)
and financial need
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Patrick F. and Elsie J. Horwood Bursary Fund
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: up to $750, one or more awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate academic standing (minimum average of C+),
financial need, be a full-time student who is a graduate of St. Anne's, L'Essor or Belle River
Secondary Schools and has resided in the Town of Tecumseh for at least twelve months
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Raechel Slobasky Kaplan Social Work Bursaries
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: $200.00 bursaries, two of them awarded annually
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Eligibility Requirements: a full-time student enrolled in social work who demonstrates
academic standing and financial need and Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Application Process: apply on-line through University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Rev. W.H. Godden Bursary
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: up to $600, awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a child or a grandchild of a member of the Royal Canadian
Legion Zone A-1 or of the Ladies Auxiliary of Zone A-1 Royal Canadian Legion, a registered
full-time student at the University of Windsor, have a minimum 6.5 cumulative average and
demonstrate financial need
Application Process: download forms from the student awards website at
http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards. Go to “Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries” then “Forms”
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards
Social Work Alumni Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, social work endowment award
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: approximately $250-$500 one per year (value is the interest earned on the capital
amount)
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time graduate (odd numbered years) or a 3rd year
undergraduate student (even numbered years) who is registered in the School of Social
Work at the University of Windsor, must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
(includes those with Protected Persons status) who meet OSAP Ontario residency
requirements and have proven financial need, must show evidence of community
involvement reflecting a commitment to social justice and involvement within the School of
Social Work in some capacity (student government, serving on a School committee, peer
mentoring, etc.)
Application Process: submit a short typed statement (one to two double-spaced pages)
outlining how they see the role of social work impacting the community with respect to a
specific vulnerable population or social issue
For More Information: apply on-line through University of Windsor (SIS)
Social Work Faculty & Staff Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, social work endowment award
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically October 31)
Value: approximately $250-$500, one awarded per year (value is the interest earned on the
capital amount)
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time graduate student (even numbered years) or a 3rd year
undergraduate student (odd numbered years) who is registered in the School of Social
Work at the University of Windsor, must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
(includes those with Protected Persons status) meeting OSAP Ontario residency
requirements and have proven financial need
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Application Process: must submit a short typed statement (one to two double-spaced
pages) outlining how they see the role of social work impacting the community with respect
to a specific vulnerable population or social issue, apply online
For More Information: apply on-line through University of Windsor (SIS)
Typically due in November
Trudeau Foundation Scholarship [PhD ONLY]
Type of Award: internal nomination, awarded externally
Deadline: is set by individual Universities (typically November)
Value: $40,000 per year up to three years plus a travel allowance , 15 awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a doctoral student, pursuing research of compelling present-day
concern, touching upon one or more of the four themes of the Foundation: (1) human rights
and dignity; (2) responsible citizenship; (3) Canada in the world; and (4) people and their
natural environment, a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant or a foreign national
Application Process: submit a complete application to your graduate program by the
internal program deadline, includes completing an application form, letter of nomination,
reference letters, transcripts
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://www.trudeaufoundation.ca/en/programs/scholarships
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW 1989 Ecole Polytechnique
Commemorative Awards
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: $5,000 one awarded annually for maters study, $7,000 one award annually for
doctoral studies
Eligibility Requirements: a woman enrolled in a graduate studies, must justify the
relevance of her work to women
Application Process: Refer to website below
For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Beverly Jackson Fellowship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: $2,000 awarded once annually
Eligibility Requirements: a woman who is a Canadian citizen or has held landed
immigrant status for at least one year, who is over the age of 35 and enrolled in graduate
work at an Ontario university
Application Process: involves paying an application fee of $36.00, completing an
application form, providing a transcript, an autobiography, essay and references (refer to
website below)
For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
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Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Alice E. Wilson Awards
Type of Award: external
Deadline: Check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: $5,000, two awards at the master level, two awards at the doctoral level of study
awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a female mature student returning to graduate studies in any
field, with special consideration given to those returning to study after at least three years
Application Process: refer to link below
For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Marion Elder Grant
Fellowship [PhD ONLY]
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: $11,500 one awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: a woman enrolled in a full-time course of studies at any level of a
doctoral program at the time of application, all else being equal, preference is given to a
graduate from Acadia University
Application Process: refer to website below
For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Margaret Dale Philp Biennial
Award
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: $3,500 awarded biennially
Eligibility Requirements: a woman who is a Canadian citizen or has held landed
immigrant status for at least one year, holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, special
consideration is given to study in Canadian History only as a deciding factor if all else is
equal
Application Process: application fee is $36.00, application form, transcript, autobiography,
essay, and references (refer to website below)
For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
Canadian Federation of University Women CFUW Dr. Margaret McWilliams PreDoctoral Fellowship [PhD ONLY]
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Eligibility Requirements: a woman who has completed at least one calendar year in a fulltime doctoral program and is enrolled in full-time studies in Canada or abroad at the time of
application
Application Process: refer to website below
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For More Information: visit http://www.cfuw.org/enca/fellowships/guidelinesandapplicationforms.aspx or contact, Betty Dunlop, Fellowships
Program Manager, 613-234-2732, cfuwfls@rogers.com
D. Garner Green Shield Canada Foundation Leadership Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 1)
Value: up to $3,500
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time student with strong leadership skills as demonstrated
through involvement in the surrounding community (non-profit organizations or
board/committee involvement) or in campus life (clubs, etc), have a minimum cumulative
GPA of 9.0, demonstrate financial need, is a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
(includes those with Protected Persons status) in Ontario who meets Ontario Student
Assistance Program Ontario residency requirements
Application Process: Apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
U.W.S.A. Bursaries
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically November 17)
Value: $500 and $1,000 for in-course students, annual awards
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate financial need, be a Canadian Citizen or
Permanent Resident residing in Ontario and preference will be given to students involved in
campus/community activities
Application Process: Apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Typically due in December
Graduate Student Award of Merit
Type of Award: external
Deadline: internal deadline set by university (typically December)
Value: $2500, multiple awarded annually although only students from universities within a
designated Canadian region are able to apply on specific years (check link for more
information)
Eligibility Requirements: awarded annually to the women graduate students who have
demonstrated outstanding leadership in the university or general community while
maintaining exemplary academic records
Application Process: includes three reference letter, academic records, curriculum
vitae, biographical data and evidence of leadership; the Dean of Graduate Studies
nominates one person from the university for an award, sent electronically
For More Information: http://www.swaac.ca/Grad_Award.htm
The Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award
Type of Award: internal application, awarded externally
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Deadline: check with Social Work Graduate Secretary (typically December)
Value: master’s $18,000 plus $1,000 research allowance and doctoral $20,000 plus $2,000
research allowance
Eligibility Requirements: a full time graduate student before the deadline, a Canadian
citizen or permanent resident, research must be considered to contribute to the community
of women’s health
Application Process: includes an application form, a CV, statement of research (max of
1000 words), summary of research (max 500 words), transcripts, letters from assessors,
applicant must be nominated/
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://cou.on.ca/about/chairs-and-awards/ontario-womens-health-scholars-awards
Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check online for exact date (typically in December 15)
Value: $4,000 U.S. awarded annually with a possibility of renewal for a second year
Eligibility Requirements: a female graduate student from a country other than Canada or
the United States, studying under a “student authorization,” must be in a program which will
lead to a teaching position in an educational institution (school, college, university, library,
nursing institution) and plan to return to teach in her home country on completion of studies
Application Process: includes references, transcript, application form, proof of English
literacy, and a written component, submit online to Cheryl Schnosenberg (see link below)
For More Information: visit www.dkg.org for application information, or contact Dr. M. Price
at 519-735-6128
Dr. Kenneth Montague African Diaspora Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically December 15)
Value: annual award
Eligibility Requirements: a student of black descent (in recognition of the unique
educational needs of members of their community), have a minimum 9.0 cumulative GPA,
demonstrate financial need and be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident who meets
Ontario residency requirements
Application Process: Please apply to the general application "Awards for African Diaspora
Students with Financial Need" online
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
The Hilary M. Weston Scholarship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check online for exact deadline (typically December 15)
Value: $7,500, two awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: enrolled in a full-time graduate level social work program at a
publicly funded Ontario university, demonstrate interest in and commitment to mental health
issues, as well as outstanding academic achievement
Application Process: includes filling out an application form, providing references,
providing a transcript, and writing a letter indicating your qualifications for the award.
MSW/JD students should consider applying but may want to verify their eligibility first.
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For More Information: Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat at 416 314-7526 or visit
www.ontario.ca/honoursandawards
St. Paul's Canterbury Memorial Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically December 15)
Value: unknown, annual
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, maintain a good
academic average (cumulative GPA of at least 9.0), be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent
Resident (includes those with Protected Persons status) who meet OSAP Ontario residency
requirements and who demonstrates financial need, preference is given to a resident of
Canterbury College
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor and submit proof of
financial need
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Typically due in January
The Nicholas Bala award for excellence in Children and Family Law
Type of Award: external
Deadline: refer to more information to find exact dead line (typically in January 15)
Value: $1,000
Eligibility Requirements: in either graduate level social work, law or in a joint social
work/law program at a publicly funded university who is interested in interdisciplinary work
in family law, have demonstrated an interest in and commitment to interdisciplinary work in
family law, be registered and funds to be used only in either a social work, joint social
work/law programs (University of Toronto, Windsor), any law schools or any schools of
social work at the graduate level in Ontario, have demonstrated academic excellence, be an
Ontario resident (lived in Ontario for at least twelve (12) consecutive months immediately
preceding your registration in any of the above programs of study)
Application Process: includes submitting a maximum 10 page, double-spaced paper,
references, and transcripts
For More Information: check out the University of Windsor law awards or contact either
the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work or Dr. Rachel Birnbaum, Associate
Professor, King’s University College, Telephone: 1-800-265-4406, Ext. 4431
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically January 30)
Value: between $1,000.00 to $2,400 dollars (determined in relation to the cost of tuition)
Eligibility Requirements: an undergraduate and graduate student who attend or plan to
attend a university selected from one of Datatel's client sites, of which the University of
Windsor is one of these sites
Application Process: applications are available from the Office of Student Awards and
Financial Aid
For More Information: visit www.datatelscholars.org/students/
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Captain Cletus Cheng Memorial Bursary
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically January 31)
Value: unknown, depends on interest from the trust
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate financial need and academic standing (minimum of
6.5 GPA), preference will be given to former military personnel or their dependents
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
MEDA Limited Carole Lawn Scholarship
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically January 31)
Value: unknown, annual
Eligibility Requirements: an undergraduate or graduate student with a disability,
demonstrate academic merit (minimum 9.0 cumulative GPA), community involvement,
financial need, be registered with the Student Disability Services Office, a Canadian Citizen
or Permanent Resident, who meets Ontario residency requirements, and who demonstrate
financial need
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor, submit proof of
financial need
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Mensa Canada Scholarships
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically January 31)
Value: $1000, multiple awarded depending on funding that year
Eligibility Requirements: enrolled in a post-secondary program, Canadian citizen or
landed immigrant, and over the age of 18
Application Process: write a 250 word essay in either English of French, explaining your
career plan and describing the means you undertake to achieve your goals, submit to
Mensa (see link below)
For More Information: visit http://www.mensacanada.ca/index-e.html
The Soroptimist Foundation of Canada
Type of Award: external
Deadline: look under more information resource for exact deadline (typically January 31)
Value: $7,500
Eligibility Requirements: a woman graduate student who studies in a field leading to a
career that will improve women's lives, a landed immigrant or Canadian citizen, a full-time
student, be a volunteer in her community and must be in financial need
Application Process: includes fill out application form, provide references, and writing
three page double spaced maximum personal statement, submit online (follow instructions
provided by link)
For More Information: visit the website http://www.soroptimistfoundation.ca/index.html or
contact Grants Manager: Janet Simms-Baldwin at
grantsforwomen@soroptimistfoundation.ca
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Typically due in February
Mackenzie King Open Scholarship
Type of Award: external
Deadline: look under more information resource for exact deadline (typically February)
Value: $9,000, one scholarship per year
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate of any Canadian university, for full-time postgraduate
studies in Canada or elsewhere and in any field
Application Process: includes an application form, three references, and transcripts,
submit to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, refer to link below submit to the Canadian
university from which you most recently graduated or at which you are currently enrolled
For More Information: visit http://www.mkingscholarships.ca/index-e.html
India Canada Association Scholarship
Type of Award: internal, application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically February 15)
Value: unknown, depends on interest from the trust
Eligibility Requirements: demonstrate financial need, have a minimum cumulative GPA of
10.0 (for students in Engineering, Nursing, and Science) or 11.0 (for students in all other
Faculties), be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (includes those with Protected
Persons status), meet OSAP Ontario residency requirements and preference will be given
to students who have shown involvement in activities associated with Indian culture.
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
J. David McMurray Residence Award
Type of Award: internal, online application required
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically February 15)
Value: $100
Eligibility Requirements: a student who is currently living in a University of Windsor
campus residence, must contribute to residence and campus life and have a cumulative
average of at least 9.0 after the fall term
Application Process: apply online through the University of Windsor
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Brian & Wilma Hannon Graduate Scholarship
Type of Award: Endowment
Deadline: Typically in February
Value: $500 (one available per year)
Eligibility Requirements: a masters or doctoral student engaged in study in health
sciences, must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and show financial need
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Application Process: Each program is invited to nominate one (1) student. Applications are to be
submitted to the Graduate Secretary of the Department. Applications consist of; Copy of the student’s,
University of Windsor transcript (from the web), Outline of the student's research (or proposed research)
written by the student, List of the student's awards and publications (if applicable), Letter of
recommendation from the student's supervisor or instructor is there is no supervisor, The statement of
financial need completed by the student
For More Information: www.uwindsor.ca/graduate
Neil Gold International Social Justice Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check Awards Office for specific deadline (typically February 15)
Value: up to $1,000
Eligibility Requirements: a student or group that assists in promoting social justice in a
developing country, an undergraduate or graduate student in any faculty or program, must
demonstrate financial need, be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (includes those
with Protected Persons status) in Ontario who meet Ontario Student Assistance Program
Ontario residency requirements
Application Process: submit a brief essay (with references) outlining their initiatives in
support of international social justice, supporting documents needed: most recent Revenue
Canada Notice of Assessment for parent(s) or spouse (required if not in receipt of OSAP
assistance)
For More Information: visit www.uwindsor.ca/awards, apply on-line through University of
Windsor
Graduate Student Society Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check link below for specific deadline (typically February 28)
Value: unknown
Eligibility Requirements: graduate student at the University of Windsor, demonstrate
financial need, community involvement with good leadership skills, good academic standing
and must not hold other external scholarships
Application Process: complete an application form found below, a reference letter and a
letter from your department all attached to the same email
For More Information: visit http://www1.uwindsor.ca/gss/gss-scholarship
Typically due in March
A. Rand and E.G. Ferriss Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically February)
Value: $1,000 (number of awards varies each year)
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student with a minimum average of 11.0 in any
discipline, a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
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Charles Clark Graduate Award
Type of Award: internal, application required
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically February)
Value: $1,000 (3 available)
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student with a minimum average of 10.5 in any
discipline, Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www1.uwindsor.ca/grad/internal-graduate-scholarships-and-awards
Lois K. Smedick Graduate Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically February)
Value: between $500.00 to $1000.00, 4 to 8 awards are available annually
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student who is a Canadian citizen or permanent
resident, demonstrates financial need, and has scholastic ability
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Ontario Trillium Scholarship
Type of Award: internal nomination, awarded externally
Deadline: is set by individual Universities (typically September)
Value: $40,000 renewable for up to four years, 4 awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: an international PhD student with a first class average (at least
an A- in the last two years of study), intending to pursue full-time graduate studies, not
currently studying at an Ontario postsecondary institution at the undergraduate or graduate
level, demonstrate leadership and research abilities
Application Process: Each Department can nominate one (1) candidate. Application
consists of Application Form (to be completed by the candidate), a Nomination Form (to be
completed by the Department) and signed by the Coordinator/Head and provided by Faculty
of Graduate Studies
For More Information: contact the School of Social Work Graduate Secretary or visit
http://studyinontario.com/en/scholarship.php
ATHENA Scholarship Fund (Windsor)
Type of Award: external award
Deadline: check link below for specific deadline (typically March 22)
Value: $3,000 (one available per year)
Eligibility Requirements: a full time student between the age of 18 and 30 years old,
demonstrate academic excellence, interested in increasing leadership opportunities for
women and enhancing quality of life in the community, and has resided in the Windsor
Essex County region for at least one year
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Application Process: includes an application form, an academic transcript, a personal
profile, a resume, three reference letters, and an interview process for finalists
For More Information: visit http://www.windsorchamber.org/about-us/news/
3M Canada Company Bursary Awards
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 23)
Value: $1,000, and 2 awards are available
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate students entering their first year of graduate studies,
have maintained grades establishing them in the top quartile of their program, must
demonstrate financial need, and this award is available to international students, as well as
Canadian and Permanent Residents
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Dr. Ross H. Paul Scholarships
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 23)
Value: $1,000 (4 available)
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student with a minimum average of 11.0 in any
discipline, a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
James Molnar Graduate Scholarship
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 23)
Value: $500
Eligibility Requirements: a graduate student with a minimum of 11.0 GPA in any
discipline, a Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents, and demonstrate financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Windsor Graduate Award
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 25)
Value: $2,500
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Eligibility Requirements: a female graduate student in any discipline whose research area
concerns issues related to women, a Canadian Citizen or Permanent resident, and this
award is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work or visit
http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Casino Windsor Cares Gail Rosenblum Memorial Breast Cancer Research
Scholarships
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 25)
Value: $5,000 (4 available)
Eligibility Requirements: a Master’s or PhD student who is engaged in the study of breast
cancer research in any discipline, a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show
financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Gloria & Carl Morgan Graduate Scholarship in Breast Cancer Research
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 25)
Value: $1,000 (3 available)
Eligibility Requirements: a Master’s or PhD student engaged in studying breast cancer
research in any discipline, a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show financial
need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Verdecchia Family Graduate Scholarships in Health Sciences
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 25)
Value: $1,000 (5 available)
Eligibility Requirements: a Master’s or PhD students engaged in study in the health
sciences, must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and show financial need.
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
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Windsor Prostate Cancer Scholarship
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check with Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work for specific deadline
(typically March 25)
Value: $1,000, eight awards available
Eligibility Requirements: a Master’s or PhD students engaged in research related to
prostate cancer in any discipline, must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, and
show financial need
Application Process: the social work graduate secretary will send out an email message
informing all graduate social work students of the application process and due date
For More Information: contact the Graduate Secretary at the School of Social Work, or
visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate/scholarships-and-awards
Feminist Research Group Travel Grant
Type of Award: internal
Deadline: check online for specific deadline (typically March 30)
Value: all or part of the travel costs
Eligibility Requirements: graduate student (Master’s or Ph.D.) at the University of Windsor
who are conducting thesis research on feminist-related topics. The grant is intended to
cover all or part of the travel costs to present this research at a conference
Application Process: an application can be downloaded from the website
For More Information: refer to http://www.uwindsor.ca/frg/feminist-research-group-travelgrant
Typically due in April
Harry Mandelbaum Award
Type of Award: external
Deadline: check web link below for specific deadline (typically April 1)
Value: $5000
Eligibility Requirements: a full-time graduate student enrolled at a publicly-assisted
Ontario university, a Canadian students, permanent residents, or international students with
a valid Canadian study permit who are seeking financial support to complete his or her
degree
Application Process: includes three reference letter, an official transcript, and an
application form, to be submitted through mail
For More Information: visit http://ocufa.on.ca/ocufa-awards/guidelines-for-the-henrymandelbaum-fellowship-award/
IDRC Canadian Window on International Development Awards
Type of Award: external, submit online
Deadline: check web link below for specific deadline (typically April 1)
Value: covers field research of up to $20,000 per year
Eligibility Requirements: a Master’s or PhD student who is completing a dissertation at a
Canadian institution and must involve research in one or more other developing countries,
applicant’s research must correspond with the IDRC’s research priorities, must have
completed his or her course work before accepting the award, be a citizen or permanent
resident of Canada, or a citizen of a developing country
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Application Process: includes a research proposal, letter of affiliation, letter of approval by
research supervisor, official transcripts, proof of residence or citizenship
For More Information: visit
http://www.idrc.ca/EN/Funding/Competitions/Pages/CompetitionDetails.aspx?CompetitionID
=51
Typically due in the summer
Governor General’s Gold Medal
Type of Award: academic achievement
Deadline: (typically August 9)
Value: no monetary value but prestigious
Eligibility Requirements: students who received their degree at the October or June
convocation, demonstrate high academic achievement, international or Canadian residency,
part-time or full-time students and have completed all degree requirements within the
academic year
Application Process: email gradst@uwindsor.ca to request a form complete it and either
print it off and send it to our office, along with any supporting documentation, or submit it via
e-mail to gradst@uwindsor.ca Please also attach a list of the student's publications (if
applicable).
For More Information: http://www.gg.ca/document.aspx?id=15008&lan=eng
After graduation
Odyssey Award
Type of Award: award that recognizes successful University of Windsor alumni
Deadline: nominations can be submitted throughout the year
Value: no monetary value but prestigious
Eligibility Requirements: individuals who have graduated from the University of Windsor
within the past 12 years and have distinguished themselves through notable achievement
Application Process: applicant must be nominated, a 300-500 word description of the
nominee’s accomplishments, a C.V and two additional letters of support are to be submitted
to the Office of Alumni Affairs, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
For More Information: http://www.uwindsor.ca/alumni/odysseyaward
Alumni Association In-Course Scholarships
Type of Award: Internal
Deadline: Unknown
Value: 5 awards valued at $500.00 and are awarded annually
Eligibility Requirements: have high academic achievement and be a full-time students
who has completed at least one term of full time study
Application Process: To apply for scholarships and awards, you must log onto the
Student Portal with your username and your password. Click on the "Financial Matters
tab then click on the link to the Award Search function". Answer the corresponding
questions to facilitate a search that is appropriate for you. Click Find Awards button.
For More Information: visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards/
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Alumni Association In-Course Awards
Type of Award: Internal
Deadline: unknown
Value: $500
Eligibility Requirements: have high academic achievement and be a full-time students
who has completed at least one term of full time study
Application Process: To apply for scholarships and awards, you must log onto the
Student Portal with your username and your password. Click on the "Financial Matters
tab then click on the link to the Award Search function". Answer the corresponding
questions to facilitate a search that is appropriate for you. Click Find Awards button.
For More Information: visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/awards/
Internal: This means that the University of Windsor or its various faculties, departments,
etc. bestow these awards. Some awards are awarded by the School of Social Work and
are noted in the description.
External: This means that organizations, individuals, groups, corporations, etc. bestow
the awards to the University of Windsor and its students, and recipients may hold this
award as students.
Internal nomination/application, awarded externally: This means that an external body
bestows the award, however the application process is through a department or office in
the University of Windsor.
Entrance Award: This is an award based on one’s acceptance to the University of
Windsor.
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Index
Financial Resources for Social Work Graduate Students ......................................... 7
3M Canada Company Bursary Awards ..................................................................................... 25
A. Rand and E.G. Ferriss Award .................................................................................................. 23
Aboriginal Postsecondary Education and Training Bursary ............................................ 9
Alumni Association In-Course Scholarships ......................................................................... 28
Alumni Association In-Course Awards .................................................................................... 29
ATHENA Scholarship Fund (Windsor) ...................................................................................... 24
Beta Sigma Phi Award ..................................................................................................................... 12
Brian & Wilma Hannon Graduate Scholarship ...................................................................... 22
The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Micheal Smith Foreign Supplements
Program [must already have a TRI-COUNCIL AWARD]....................................................... 9
Canadian Institutes of Health Research Canada Graduate Scholarships (CIHR)/
Doctoral Research Award................................................................................................................. 7
Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Windsor Graduate Award ..... 25
Captain Cletus Cheng Memorial Bursary ................................................................................ 21
Casino Windsor Cares Gail Rosenblum Memorial Breast Cancer Research
Scholarships ........................................................................................................................................ 26
CFUW 1989 Ecole Polytechnique Commemorative Awards ............................................ 16
CFUW Beverly Jackson Fellowship ........................................................................................... 16
CFUW Dr. Alice E. Wilson Awards .............................................................................................. 17
CFUW Dr. Marion Elder Grant Fellowship [PhD ONLY] ..................................................... 17
CFUW Margaret Dale Philp Biennial Award ............................................................................ 17
CFUW Dr. Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship [PhD ONLY] ...................... 17
Charles Clark Graduate Award..................................................................................................... 24
D. Garner Green Shield Canada Foundation Leadership Scholarship ....................... 18
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships ............................................................................ 20
Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship .................................................................................... 19
Dr. Kenneth Montague African Diaspora Scholarship ....................................................... 19
Dr. Ross H. Paul Scholarships ..................................................................................................... 25
Duronio Family Scholarship .......................................................................................................... 12
Feminist Research Group Travel Grant .................................................................................... 27
Gary O'Neil Memorial Award (Windsor-St. Clair Rotary) ................................................... 11
Gloria & Carl Morgan Graduate Scholarship in Breast Cancer Research ................. 26
Graduate Assistantships .................................................................................................................. 9
Graduate Student Award of Merit................................................................................................ 18
Graduate Student Society Award ................................................................................................ 23
Governor General’s Gold Medal .................................................................................................. 28
Harmony Masonic Lodge #579 Bursaries................................................................................ 13
Harry Mandelbaum Award .............................................................................................................. 27
The Hilary M. Weston Scholarship ............................................................................................. 19
IDRC Canadian Window on International Development Awards ................................... 27
India Canada Association Scholarship .................................................................................... 22
International Travel Bursary............................................................................................................ 9
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J. David McMurray Residence Award........................................................................................ 22
James Molnar Graduate Scholarship ........................................................................................ 25
Jenna Leigh Middlebrook Social Work Scholarship (in memory of Jenna Leigh
Middlebrook who as an infant died of a congenital heart defect) ................................. 13
John and Lois Lamont Graduate Scholarship ......................................................................... 7
John Hughes Memorial Scholarship ......................................................................................... 10
Kim Harper Memorial Social Work Scholarship ................................................................... 13
Lois K. Smedick Graduate Award ............................................................................................... 24
Mackenzie King Open Scholarship ............................................................................................ 22
Marion R. and Terry P. McGuire Award .................................................................................... 13
Mary Fuller Scholarship .................................................................................................................. 14
MEDA Limited Carole Lawn Scholarship ................................................................................. 21
Mensa Canada Scholarships ........................................................................................................ 21
Neil Gold International Social Justice Award ........................................................................ 22
The Nicholas Bala award for excellence in Children and Family Law ........................ 20
Norman Barwin Scholarship for Reproductive Health ....................................................... 11
Odyssey Award ................................................................................................................................... 28
Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS) ....................................................................................... 8
Ontario Trillium Scholarship ......................................................................................................... 24
The Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award ...................................................................... 18
Papich Memorial Fund ..................................................................................................................... 14
Patrick F. and Elsie J. Horwood Bursary Fund ..................................................................... 14
Raechel Slobasky Kaplan Social Work Bursaries ............................................................... 14
Research Assistantships ................................................................................................................ 10
Rev. W.H. Godden Bursary ............................................................................................................ 15
Rhodes Scholarship ......................................................................................................................... 12
Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada Fellowship (SSHRC)
..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Social Work Alumni Scholarship................................................................................................. 15
Social Work Faculty & Staff Scholarship ................................................................................. 15
The Soroptimist Foundation of Canada ................................................................................... 21
St. Paul's Canterbury Memorial Scholarship ......................................................................... 20
Trudeau Foundation Scholarship [PhD ONLY] ..................................................................... 16
University of Windsor Work Study Program (part-time jobs on campus for
students demonstrating financial need) .................................................................................. 11
U.W.S.A. Bursaries ............................................................................................................................ 18
University of Windsor Graduate Student Bursary ............................................................... 10
University of Windsor Masters/Doctorate Entrance Scholarship [except MSWwp] 7
University of Windsor Transfer Scholarship ............................................................................ 7
Verdecchia Family Graduate Scholarships in Health Sciences ..................................... 26
Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Foundation Award .............................................................. 11
Windsor Prostate Cancer Scholarship ..................................................................................... 27
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