MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Minnesota Social Service Association
The MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated a passion and commitment to working in the health and human service field.
Award Amount and Number of Scholarships
MSSA awards two (2) undergraduate scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each.
Eligibility Requirements - Undergraduate Scholarship
Only applications that meet all eligibility requirements will be reviewed. To meet all requirements, applicants must:
- Be members of MSSA and maintain active membership throughout the award period. Membership for students is free; more information can be found online.
- Be enrolled in an accredited program at a nonprofit academic institution.
- Have declared a health and human service-related major. Common majors include, but are not limited to:
- Social Work
- Psychology
- Counseling
- Healthcare Services Administration
- Alcohol and Drug Studies
- Family Consumer Science
- Health Science
- Criminal Justice
- Human Development and Family Services
- Sociology
- Public Administration
- The scholarship recipient will be asked to submit verification of enrollment prior to fund disbursal.
- Have at least one semester left before graduating (Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026, Summer 2026).
- Preference is given to applicants planning to work in the Midwest—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, South Dakota or North Dakota.
Application Criteria
Applicants will complete the following:
- Online application form
- Two to three essay questions regarding career goals and interest in health and human services
- Two letters of reference, with at least one from a professional or academic relationship
More information on this criteria can be found on the scholarship application.
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