Introduction to the Soros Foundation Social Work Fellowship Program
Eligibility requirements
Instructions for applying
Selection process
What is social work?
Academic programs: 1. Methods of SW practice; 2. Social problem areas
Application form
Timeline
List of participants in the SWF program
Useful websites, reference

ELIGIBILITY

The Program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. The competition is merit-based and open to those meeting the following criteria:

1. Citizen of Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan or Uzbekistan;
2. Resident of Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan or Uzbekistan;
3. Under the age of 45 (born after October 24,1958) at application deadline;
4. Hold an undergraduate degree (4 or 5 year) at application deadline with an excellent academic record; 5. Proficient in spoken and written English at the time of application;
6. Able to demonstrate professional aptitude and leadership potential in social work;
7. Committed to returning to home country after completion of the program.