Online MSW Program Admissions Requirements
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To be eligible for admission to the online MSW program, you'll need the following:
| Prior degree | Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university. A CSWE accredited BSW within the last 6 years is required for those applying to the Advanced Standing option |
| Minimum undergraduate GPA | 3.0; for Advanced Standing applicants, you must also show a 3.3 min. GPA in your major courses. |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | 95 or higher* |
| Final BSW field evaluation | for Advance Standing applications |
Please note that there are no mandatory on-campus dates; however, an internship or other relevant field experience in your own area is required. Once you complete your file, you should receive a response within two weeks.
*For international students only
Hybrid Dual MSW/MEd Admission Requirements
If you're looking to apply for the hybrid Master of Social Work/Master of Education, Human Sexuality dual degree, you'll need a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
In addition to the below checklist, you will also be required to have a phone interview with the director of the program.
Application Checklist
To complete the application process, you'll need to prepare the following items:
- Completed application form
- Statement of purpose: a 4-6 page paper including your personal background, career objectives and personal evaluation
- Résumé
- Two letters of recommendation; for Advanced Standing applicants, one must be from a BSW field instructor or field director
- Official college transcripts from each school you've attended
If you have any questions about the application process, a Program Manager is available at
Graduate Certificate in Practices in Trauma Recovery Admissions Requirements
Below, you will find a list of all necessary admissions requirements for the program.
| Online Application Form | |
| Degree | Bachelor's in Social Work |
| Transcripts | All official transcripts from accredited BSW program |
| Additional Requirements | Must be in a clinical placement or work environment |
Application Checklist
To complete the application process, you'll need to prepare the following items:
- Completed application form
- Official college transcripts from each school you've attended
If you have any questions about the application process, a program manager is available at