We offer many ways to help make the path to a BSW, MSW or PhD affordable for all. Take advantage of our wide range of scholarships, fellowships and aid packages.
Transfer students who meet the requirements for this program get a private education at a tuition rate comparable to that of a public institution. This reduced rate is guaranteed for up to four years.
Undergraduate first-year and transfer students enrolled in summer classes may be eligible for a $2,000 credit on their fall tuition. It’s our way of saying, “Welcome to Adelphi.”
Save on tuition with substantial new Graduate Social Work Scholarships, with awards as high as $20,000. Besides these scholarships, students may also qualify for additional stipends through our fellowship programs.
Offered to high-achieving doctoral students who have been admitted into the PhD in Social Work program.
Earn thousands of dollars with career-enhancing fellowships for our School or Social Work.
Adelphi University has been awarded a four-year federal training grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to increase access to integrated behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents and transitional-aged youth in underserved/high-demand communities.
The IDEATE Fellowship provides one year of specialized, interdisciplinary experiential training in primary care or behavioral health settings, coursework and seminars to 15 second-year MSW students. A student stipend of $10,000 is provided for the successful completion of the one-year fellowship. Students who live or have experience working in medically underserved areas are particularly encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
Through the generosity and partnership of the Goidel Law Group and additional anonymous funders, the Adelphi School of Social Work offers an annual fellowship in gerontological social work for students who are interested in working with older adults and their families, receiving specialized education and training in geriatrics and gerontology, distinguishing themselves in the field of social work, and gaining a greater return on their academic investment.
The Goidel Gerontological Social Work Fellowship provides one year of specialized experiential training in practicum settings serving older adults, targeted coursework, and monthly colloquia to explore social work careers in aging. The fellowship is available to advanced-year MSW students. A student stipend of $2,000 – $10,000 is provided for the successful completion of the one-year fellowship.
Requirements:
The New York State Office of Mental Health Schools of Social Work Project for Evidence-Based Practice in Mental Health gives social work students an opportunity to join the mental health workforce and learn about evidence-based treatments for individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness, including assertive community treatment (ACT), wellness self-management, integrated dual disorders, treatment for substance abuse and mental illness recovery-oriented practices.
Who can participate?
Second-year MSW students and Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) social work students are encouraged to apply. Be sure to ask about our Diversity Incentive Awards.
Requirements:
Complete the three required project components:
What does the program offer?
Each Area Health Education Center (AHEC) scholar interested in a healthcare career will join an interprofessional team of students. Participants will work with patients to identify issues associated with social determinants of health and propose potential solutions that will aim to reduce hospitalizations and emergency room visits.
Who can participate?
This fellowship is open to students who are seeking practicum placements located in the Hudson Valley region. Applicants who are entering their BSW junior year or MSW generalist (first-year) placement in the fall semester must be willing to commit to participation for two full academic years (in two different placement sites).
Requirements:
Each AHEC scholar will be required to complete an online curriculum, totaling 40 hours each academic year, which addresses topics designed to augment patient care—including cultural competency, practice transformation, behavioral health integration and interprofessional care coordination.
The Adelphi University School of Social Work was selected to participate in a premier program with the New York State Office of Mental Health. Graduate social work students like Stephanie Paterno work directly with adults diagnosed with severe mental illnesses—a unique bridge between two fields.
A generous gift to our School of Social Work will help graduate students gain knowledge and practical experience in the field of gerontology.
Adelphi University in New York on Long Island is dedicated to helping every student secure funding, and we offer a wide variety of financial assistance programs in addition to the various state and federal programs.
Adelphi awards merit-based scholarships to qualified accepted students based on many factors. Depending on family need, you may also be eligible for additional grants, loans and the work-study program.
As a Yellow Ribbon school, Adelphi University is ranked in the top 20 percent of colleges that offer exceptional benefits and resources for veterans and active duty military. The Veterans Administration determines the type of benefits (Chapter) for which the veteran is eligible. All questions about your eligibility should be directed to the VA for resolution.
Adelphi partners with corporations, non-profits, public safety organizations, and other entities to provide exclusive tuition discounts. Check if your organization is part of our network and take advantage of these special rates.
Adelphi currently provides a discounted tuition rate for employees of certain agencies and healthcare organizations. Students should check with their employer to see if they are current participants.
