Kott Gerontology Scholarship Program
Direct application
$10,000
Eligibility
Major
Public Administration Social Work
Education level
Graduate
About this scholarship
Advanced graduate students in Chicagoland entering their final year in accredited programs such as social work, law, psychology, counseling, or related fields focused on aging may apply for the Kott Gerontology Scholars Program from January 1 through May 31. Scholars receive a $10,000 academic-year scholarship.
The program also includes a 600-hour aging-services internship, monthly learning sessions, and a macro project. Applicants should demonstrate commitment to working with older adults after graduation.
The program is supported by the Russell and Josephine Kott Charitable Memorial Trust.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- Application responses regarding coursework on older adults, experience working with older adults, practicum experience, and intended application of internship experience
- Resume
- Two signed letters of reference, including one from a current program faculty member and one from a non-academic work supervisor
- Host agency status information
- Virtual interview for selected candidates
- Resume including educational background/history, employment, and practicum and volunteer experiences
- Two signed letters of reference: one from a current program faculty member familiar with academic performance and gerontology interest, and one from a supervisor of work outside the academic setting (
- Indicate host agency status (already aligned, have a preferred agency, or need assistance finding one)
- Accepted file formats: PDF, .doc, or .docx (max 8MB each)
- Selected candidates proceed to a virtual interview
- Scholars complete a 600-hour aging-services internship, monthly learning sessions, and a macro project.
- Accepted files are PDF, .doc, or .docx, maximum 8MB each.