About 300 new students are enrolled each Fall Term. The University of Michigan offers family housing and traditional residence halls. Most students live off campus within walking distance of the School of Social Work. The School of Social Work Office of Student Services provides grant and scholarship assistance. The University Office of Financial Aid provides loans and work study awards.
Many student apply for and receive work study funds.
The School offers Dean's Scholarships which are awarded based on the undergraduate GPA of incoming students as calculated for admissions review purposes. There are numerous scholarship opportunities. No separate application is necessary for applicants to be reviewed for these awards. Several other named scholarships are also awarded based upon information in applications and supporting documentation. No additional applications are required, with the exception of the Hartford Geriatric Fellowships.