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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Should I consider taking a residential program course if I'm an Online MSW program student?

    The answer to this is going to be different for different students, and may even differ depending on the class. Some things to consider:

  2. Should I purchase travel insurance?

    The University is self insured and therefore does not require any additional insurance on things such as car rentals, and travel. If you purchase insurance on any part of your travel, it will not be reimbursed.

  3. Should I wait until I have been admitted to apply for financial aid for the MSW Program?

    No. It is best for students to apply for financial aid as soon as possible. The School of Social Work Financial Aid Form should be submitted with the MSW application. The FAFSA is available each October. Be sure to review special program deadlines.

  4. Should the Supplementary Statement address each topic separately or incorporate them into one cohesive statement?

    Please provide one statement which covers all four topics.

  5. Should we contact the FAST Office for purchasing gift cards for research?

    Any gift cards intended for participation in research needs to go through the HSIP Office.

  6. Tips for Writing a Strong Joint PhD Program Application

    The purpose of this document is to provide the applicant to the University of Michigan’s Joint PhD Program in Social Work and Social Science tips for writing a strong application. This document also provides some insight into the priorities of the program: a Press enter to read full text...

  7. Under what circumstances do I need to complete an Out-of-Sequence Petition?

    The purpose of the Out-of-Sequence Petition is to inform the Office of Field Education of your field plan if you are deviating from the traditional 12-month, 16-month, or 20-month field schedule.

    Enrolled MSW students must complete and submit an Out-of-Sequence Press enter to read full text...

  8. What accommodations are available for learners with disabilities completing the MasterTrack Certificate through Coursera?

    All MasterTrack courses were created with universal design principles to be accessible to all learners. More information for Coursera learners with disabilities can be found here. If MT learners need additional support they can email: [email protected].

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