Graduate Level Social Work/Behavioral Health Scholarships

The Illinois Rural Health Association, recognizing the huge void in rural areas for mental health services, is offering a limited number of $1000 scholarships for the 2023 Spring Semester.

Criteria: Must be a student currently enrolled in a Graduate Level Social Work or Behavioral Health Program, with an intent of working in a rural health area. Strong preference will be given to students who grew up and have roots in a rural community.

Deadline: Friday, November 18th

Questions: Email Margaret Vaughn, staff@ilruralhealth.org, or call (217) 280-0206.

APPLICANT CONTACT INFO

Student Applicant Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

AREA OF STUDY & QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Institute *

Program of Study *

Anticipated Graduation Date *

GPA *

Current County of Residence *

Hometown Where You Were Raised *

Degrees or Certificates Already Held (include school and year)

Current Employer

Job Title

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE

Name *

Position/Title *

Company/Organization *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

PERSONAL ESSAY

In 300 words or less, explain your interest in rural health and plans to work in a rural area, future career goals and why you would make a good choice to receive the scholarship. Upload your essay here (Microsoft Word or PDF format only) *