Non-refundable $30 graduate application fee, paid during the application submission process.
Up-to-date resume.
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
Bachelor's Degree other than a BSW or a BSW that was earned more than five years ago.
A minimum GPA of 2.8. (A GPA of 3.0 or higher for the student's last 60 credits is preferred.) Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
18 undergraduate or graduate credits in social and behavioral courses (e.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Anthropology, Economics) and a course in Statistics (if not taken as an undergraduate, must be taken no later than the first semester of foundation year).
One essay response (2-3 pages, titled, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font) that demonstrates your alignment with the social work profession, as well as your critical thinking and writing skills. You may choose Option A (Personal Statement) or Option B (Social Problem Analysis).
Option A - Statement of Personal Interest: Please write a professionally composed essay explaining your motivation for pursuing the MSW. Share what draws you to the profession, your long-term professional goals, and how your personal or professional experiences have prepared you for this path. Reflect on your personal strengths as well as areas for growth, and how graduate education will help you develop as a social worker. The admissions committee will use this essay to assess your commitment and readiness for graduate study.
Option B - Social Problem Analysis: Please write a professionally composed essay in which you critically analyze a social problem that is important to you. Define the problem clearly, discuss its root causes and systemic dimensions, and explain why it matters for the social work profession. Your essay should demonstrate your ability to think critically and communicate ideas effectively. The admissions committee will use this essay to assess your readiness for graduate-level study and your capacity for critical and ethical reasoning.
Two letters of reference (at least one academic or professional reference preferred).
No GRE required.
Priority Deadline: January 9th, applicants receive first-round consideration for scholarships and awards.
Standard Deadline: March 20th, applicants eligible for remaining scholarships and awards.
Application submissions are permitted after March 20th but may not be eligible for scholarships and awards.
The program begins in August, the start of the Fall semester.
Form for Direct Admit - If you meet the GPA requirements listed below, you are directly admitted into our program with minimal materials. No application needed!
Up-to-date resume.
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
BSW from accredited (CSWE) school within the past 10 years OR a BSW acquired more than 10 years from the time of application to the MSW program with social work experience and an active/current LBSW. A course in Statistics is also required.
A cumulative GPA of 2.8 in all courses and a minimum GPA of 3.2 in all social work courses. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
A course in Statistics. If you have not completed a statistics course, you may take one during the summer semester prior to starting the program.
No GRE required.
Direct Admit Form Deadline: January 9th, this includes an up-to-date transcript from your current BSW and completed BSW program.
Direct Admit from submissions for Advanced Standing are NOT accepted after January 9th.
The program begins in May, the start of the Summer semester.