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  1. What criteria does the admissions committee utilize in making admission decisions?

    Admissions decisions are based primarily on a review of the following:

  2. What is the average GPA for admitted students?

    The average incoming student GPA is 3.5. However, we accept a wide range of GPAs, as each application is reviewed individually and evaluated based on a number of factors including:

  3. What is the MSW application fee?

    The application fee is $75 if you submit the online web application and $150 if you submit a paper application. If you cannot afford the application fee, please contact the Office of Student Services and Enrollment Management (734-936-0961) or email [email protected] for information on obtaining a fee waiver.

  4. What materials must be submitted in order for my MSW application to be considered complete?

    Applicants must submit the following*:

    • School of Social Work MSW application
    • Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, including transfer and study abroad
    • Supplementary Statement (maximum 3 pages double-spaced)
    • Three recommendation forms and/or letters
    • Current resume
    • Application fee

    *Non-native speakers of English, non-BA, transfer, and International applicants must submit additional materials.

  5. What types of recommendations are best to submit for my application to the MSW program?

    Applicants must submit three recommendation forms and/or letters of recommendation in order for their MSW application to be considered complete. When possible, applicants should try to submit one recommendation from a professional source (ex. from someone who Press enter to read full text...

  6. When is the On Campus MSW application deadline?

    There are two On Campus MSW application deadlines: December 1st and March 1st.

    December 1-Early Application Deadline:
    The early application deadline is December 1. Students are strongly encouraged to meet this deadline. Applicants complete with their application and Press enter to read full text...

  7. When will I know if I have been accepted?

    If you apply by: You will hear from us by:
    December 1 March 1
    March 1 At the earliest date possible
    August 1 Start of Fall Term

  8. When will I receive an admission decision if I applied to the MSW Program by the December 1 early application deadline?

    Applicants that were complete with their application and supporting documents by December 1 receive notification of their status through the initial review by March 1. For most applicants this will be a final admission decision. For some applicants, the School will Press enter to read full text...

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