ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
Applying for Admission Important Deadlines Information Seminar Schedule Criteria for Admission Important Deadlines Requirements for Success Important Phone Numbers
Information on spring admissions can be found on page 5.
APPLYING FOR ADMISSION Over the past several years, admission to the Master of Social Work program has become more competitive. Meeting admissions criteria is not a guarantee of admission. The percentage of applicants accepted varies from year to year, based on the applicant pool. We encourage applications from those interested in the profession, and will consider each application on its merits. The Admissions Committee assembles the incoming class on the basis of multiple qualitative (such as depth and breadth of life experience) and quantitative (such as academic performance) factors. In addition, the Admissions Committee seeks to admit qualified applicants who can contribute to the diversity of the student body, particularly in gender, ethnicity, and geography. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact us by e-mail at info@ssw.umaryland.edu. More information about the School of Social Work is available at ssw.umaryland.edu. International students applying from overseas should also view the University Web page for additional information related to international student enrollment, www.umaryland. edu/ois/international/admissions.html. Regrettably, we cannot routinely accommodate requests for individual interviews. Although interviews are not a routine part of the selection process, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, individual applicants may be asked to appear for an interview. Prospective students are welcome to attend informational seminars. These seminars provide an opportunity to visit and learn more about the School. Lasting approximately two hours, the seminars cover admission policies, curriculum, field practicum, and tuition costs. Time is provided for individual questions and a tour of the building. Application Fees Online applicants must submit a $60 nonrefundable application fee ($80 for mailed-in paper applications) that cannot be waived unless you meet certain requirements, as outlined in the box below. Application Fee Waiver Program Members and alumni of the following programs are considered excellent candidates to enter the helping profession of social work. They have already demonstrated an interest in working with disenfranchised and/or marginalized populations. • Americorps • Peace Corps (PC) • McNair Scholars • Veteran/Active Military The application fee will be waived and the applicant may be given up to a 2-year deferment for Peace Corps ONLY. Groups not listed here are ineligible for fee waivers.
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