MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
2026 MSW APPLICATION PROCESS & INFORMATION OUR PROGRAMS
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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 GPA (cumulative) (some exceptions apply) n Demonstrated English proficiency (non-native English speakers only)
EXPLORE OUR SPECIALIZATIONS Administration & Policy Practice Prepares social workers to take on leadership roles in human service organizations and in policy arenas. (full-time students only) Community-Centered Integrative Practice Prepares students to be leaders in transformative and culturally responsive social work, equipping them with skills to promote just practice and drive social change across local to global contexts. (full-time students only) Clinical Social Work Prepares students with the comprehensive skills necessary for direct practice with individuals, families, and small groups. (full-time and part-time students)
SUBMIT REQUIRED MATERIALS
Submit required application materials by 11:59 p.m. PST on the deadline day.
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IMPORTANT ADMISSION DEADLINES
Explore our programs and specializations, begin an online application, and connect with the admissions office!
Jan. 15, 2026: Priority deadline to submit the FAFSA/WASFA
socialwork.uw.edu/admissions
Jan. 15, 2026: Full-Time Two-Year and Advanced Standing final application deadline; priority deadline for Part-Time applications Feb. 12, 2026: Part-Time final application deadline Admissions decisions are sent to applicants in March.