Application

Title IV-E applicants must first apply to SJSU's MSW program. Please see the MSW Admissions website for application directions and deadlines.

The 2027-2028 Title IV-E application is anticipated to open in early December 2026. 

At this time, statewide the CA Title IV-E Education Program does not have a definitive timeline for when funding availability for the 2027-2028 academic year will be confirmed. Funding decisions are dependent on the availability of state and federal funds, as well as the completion of the necessary contracting processes. We anticipate having more information regarding 2027-2028 Title IV-E stipend funding in November or December. Please check back on this webpage in November or December for updates.

Please note applicants applying to the 3 Year Evening Only or 2 Year Online/ Hybrid Title IV-E programs must be current full-time employees of a county social services agency. In addition, the SJSU School of Social Work must have an active internship agency agreement with the applicant's county agency. To verify your eligibility, please contact Title IV-E Admin Assistant, Maya Diaz, at maya.m.diaz@sjsu.edu. 

Selection Process

Awards committee members will review applications. Priority is given to current county social services employees. Qualified applicants who are admitted to the SJSU MSW Program will be invited for a panel awards interview in the spring/ summer.