MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
2027 MSW APPLICATION PROCESS & INFORMATION OUR PROGRAMS
CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY
MSW Full-Time Two-Year (formerly MSW Day Program) This Full-Time Two-Year Program combines classroom learning with faculty-guided fieldwork. Classes are held on weekdays.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
MSW Advanced Standing Our full-time, 11-month, on-campus Advanced Standing Program is for applicants with an undergraduate degree in social work or social welfare. MSW Part-Time (formerly Extended Degree Program) Our Part-Time Program offers options for working professionals, with both an on-campus evening program, and a fully online program.
n Four-year baccalaureate degree (some exceptions apply) • must be in social work/welfare for Advanced Standing Program • may be in any major for Part-Time and Full-Time Two-Year n 3.0 cumulative GPA (some exceptions apply) n Demonstrated English proficiency (non-native English speakers only)
PREPARE YOUR APPLICATION n Application fee n Unofficial transcripts n Resume n Social work experience n Three letters of recommendation n Personal statement n Critical reflection questions
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IMPORTANT ADMISSION DEADLINES
Explore our programs and specializations, begin an online application, and connect with the admissions office!
Jan. 14, 2027: Full-Time Two-Year and Advanced Standing application deadline
socialwork.uw.edu/admissions
Jan. 15, 2027: Priority deadline to submit the FAFSA/WASFA Feb. 16, 2027: Part-Time final application deadline Admissions decisions are sent to applicants in March. Submit required application materials by 11:59 p.m. PST on the deadline day.