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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. If I need to cancel, how should I do it?

    Please view our policies page for cancellation information.

  2. If I'm admitted to the MSW program but cannot begin the program in the fall, can I defer admission?

    Admitted students may request deferment for one or two years. The Office of Student Services and Enrollment Management will review and make decisions on all deferment requests. Deferment requests may be submitted via email to [email protected].

  3. In the Joint PhD Program, what expenses can I use the money from my personal debit account to cover? What forms are required?

    The personal debit account can be used by each student needing to be recouped for expenses related to research, courses, travel to conferences, dissertation costs, etc. It will not be available to be used for emergencies, and funds cannot be given in advance. The money does not have to be paid back by the student.

    The Reimbursement and Certification form needs to be completed and turned in along with the personal debit form.

  4. In the Joint PhD Program, what is the Rackham One-term Fellowship and when should it be requested?

    The Rackham One-term fellowship is given to students in the semester they plan to defend their dissertation. The Joint PhD Program reviews all applications for one-term dissertations in the spring for the next academic year. One-term Fellowships are given in order of Press enter to read full text...

  5. In the Joint PhD Program, when should I register for DOC 990 or DOC 995 and how many credits will I need?

    Students will register for DOC 990 when they are taking their social work or social science prelims. They will register for 1-8 credit hours, depending on their need. DOC 995 is specifically for registration during the term the student plans to defend their dissertation, and they must register for 8 hours.

  6. Is a payment plan available for the Sexual Health Certificate Program?

    Yes, Sexual Health Certificate Program participants may opt into our three-installment payment plan. Most participants utilize this option.

  7. Is an interview required for acceptance?

    No. However, the admissions committee may request to interview you before making their final decision. You may request an interview to discuss your work history, grades or a career change. An admissions counselor can offer additional information on whether a self-initiated interview would be beneficial.

  8. Is financial aid available for the MasterTrack Certificate Program?

    There is no financial aid available for the MasterTrack Certificate program but financial aid is available to students admitted into the MSW program (whether online or on-campus).

    MasterTrack students may sign up for a payment plan through Coursera. The installment payment plan lets you make four equal payments in four consecutive months. Once you start the installment plan, you'll still be charged for the entire program even if you don't complete it.

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