Robert and Susan Payne Foundation Scholarship for Social Work Students

Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

This scholarship was established by Robert and Susan Payne to support a full time, undergraduate social work student with junior status at Western Connecticut State University. The applicants must be eligible for tri-state tuition and fees with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and demonstrate financial need. This scholarship will be for four consecutive semesters for $ 5,000 per year for a total of $10,000. To be considered a finalist you must write a short essay describing yourself and the reason you are pursuing a degree in social work.
Additional Preferences are:
1. GPA of 3.0 or higher
2. First-generation college student

Requirements for Disbursement

• School: SPS
• Major: Social Work
• Student Type: Undergraduate – Returning
• Financial Need: Yes
• Earned Credits: 60
• GPA: 2.75
• Enrollment: Full Time
• Additional Requirements: Essay
• Preferences: 3.0 GPA, First Generation
• Submission of Post-Acceptance Materials

_This scholarship is renewable for a student’s senior year provided they are still meeting the original requirements. _