Are the admission requirements the same for the Online MSW Program as the On-Campus MSW Program?
The admissions criteria are the same for both programs, however, students who enter through the MasterTrack or Social Work Essentials certificate programs, U-M Sociology and Social Work students, and UM Dearborn Human Services and Social Work students must satisfy additional admission requirements.
When should UM Dearborn Human Services and Social Work students apply to the Online MSW Program?
UM Dearborn Human Services and Social Work students should apply by February 1st of their junior year. More details are available here.
When should undergraduate U-M Sociology and Social Work students apply to the Online MSW Program?
U-M Sociology and Social Work students should apply by March 1st of their junior year. More details are available here.
When should advanced standing students apply to the Online MSW Program?
Advanced standing students should apply for the earliest date possible based upon the semester they are hoping to enter the Online MSW Program. Deadline information can be found here.
How many Online MSW students will be in a cohort every semester?
We anticipate approximately 60 Online MSW students per semester.