Stipend Repayment Terms

Student/Graduate is responsible for repaying the stipend, interest and collection costs, under the following circumstances:

• Failure to complete all MSW requirements within the normative 2-year or 3-year period (unless hardship extension is granted)
• Failure to accept appropriate employment
• Failure to qualify for employment as a result of failing an interview, medical or psychological exam, or criminal clearance
• Felony or misdemeanor conviction which disqualifies applicant for county employment, or any conviction involving harm to children
• Voluntary termination of employment before completion of the work requirement (unless hardship extension is granted)
• Termination of employment before completion of the work requirement due to poor work or improper conduct
• Violation of the NASW Code of Ethics