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All Tracks:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 45 liberal arts credits.
- Minimum undergraduate grade average of 3.0.
- Application to the program, including a personal statement that addresses preparation for the program, career goals, and understanding of the profession and commitment to social work values.
- Three letters of recommendation addressing applicant's suitability for the social work profession and preparedness to enter a rigorous academic program. At least two letters should be from college faculty and/or professionals in fields related to social work.
- Resume.
- An interview may be required.
Applicants to Track C, Advanced Standing Program:
In addition to the above:
- Bachelor's degree with a Social Work major from a Social Work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Minimum 3.2 cumulative index in the major.
- Include, among the three references, one reference from the advisor in the baccalaureate Social Work program or from the Program Director, and another from a field supervisor.
- Additional essay question that focuses on an illustration from the field.
Selection Process:
Applications are reviewed by the MSW Program Director, the MSW Admissions Director, and multiple faculty readers. Applications will be evaluated on:
- Academic history.
- Quality of personal statement, including degree of self-awareness, conceptual ability, understanding of the profession and commitment to social work values, and communication skills.
- Letters of recommendation.
Additional Comments:
Applicants for Advanced Standing must provide course descriptions for courses in the undergraduate Social Work major; the Graduate Advisor will determine exemption from courses in the Year One curriculum.