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HRSouthwest Conference Scholarship
The HRSouthwest Conference (HRSWC), powered by DallasHR, is recognized as one of the largest regional human resources events in the United States. The conference offers educational sessions with nationally renowned keynote speakers. FWHR will send at least two recipients to the conference by covering the cost of registration and parking (if applicable).
Eligibility Requirements:
- Students must be taking at least 6 credit hours at the time of the conference to be eligible.
- Students must be a member of a collegiate SHRM Chapter, local SHRM chapter, or SHRM National.
The HRSouthwest Conference will be October 12th – 14th, 2025 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.
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Applications for Fall 2025 have closed.
HR educational excellence scholarship
FWHR is eager to recognize and award students who have demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in selecting a career in the human resource arena.
A single recipient will be selected in the fall to receive a $1,500 scholarship on behalf of FWHR to aid in their pursuit of higher education in human resources or a related field. This scholarship may be applied towards tuition, fees, and/or books for the upcoming Spring academic year.
This is an exceptional opportunity for HR professionals who are committed to enriching their knowledge of human resources and their passion for sharing that knowledge while putting it into practice to benefit employers and the current & future generations.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2025 to be considered.
Eligibility Requirements
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Submission Requirements:
- Autobiographical essay one to two paragraphs in length describing why you are pursuing a degree in HR or your related field.
- Current resume that includes college activities, including SHRM and relevant organizations, community service in which you have participated without pay, special awards, honors, and offices held. Include participation in any research projects as well.
- Transcript (official or unofficial) and/or proof of admittance and registration.
SHRM Sponsored Scholarships & Awards
Practicing HR requires specialized training and lots of support. That’s why each year the SHRM Foundation provides more than $500,000 in financial assistance to individuals preparing for their first job in HR or studying to fast-track their existing career in human resources.
Some scholarships are available exclusively with SHRM membership. Others are open to any HR Professional, student and faculty member. All are excellent ways to access the resources you need to continue your academic pursuits and become a future HR leader in the world of work.
Learn more here: Scholarships, Grants and Awards Overview (shrm.org)
Ready to apply? Check out SHRM's Top 10 Tips for Applying for a SHRM Foundation Scholarship! We offer our best tips on how to successfully create a submission and provide advice on some of the most common pitfalls - like forgetting to proofread!
Tips on How to Apply:
- U.S. News - Tips to Avoid Common Scholarship Pitfalls
- Sallie Mae - How to Apply for Scholarships
Questions? Contact the SHRM Foundation at shrmfoundation@shrm.org.
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