MSW Admission Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Transcript demonstrating Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university accredited by a recognized regional accrediting association
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 on 4.0 scale (you may apply if your GPA is less than 2.75, but you would be placed on probation status if admitted)
  • For advanced standing students, a grade of B or better is required in all core social work courses
• Intro to statistics course: 200-level or higher, with a grade of C or better (this prerequisite may be taken at UWW the summer before the fall your MSW program begins)
• Personal statement and resume
• Background check will be completed prior to your field placement, but is not part of the application process
• 3 letters of reference
  
  • At least one from an academic instructor if you graduated in the last 2 years, after that it can be an additional professional reference
  • Only one may be a personal reference
  • One professional reference (field, volunteering, and/or work)

Preferred Additional Requirements

• 1000 service hours (paid or volunteer)
• Commitment to social justice, advocacy, and multicultural practice on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed populations

How to Apply 

• The priority deadline for summer/fall 2021 admission is December 1, 2020 and the final deadline to apply is January 15, 2021.
• You may apply online through the Graduate Studies Department.
• You will also need to complete the online application for the UW-Whitewater Social Work Department. 
• References should complete this online reference form, which is also where they upload their letters of recommendation.
• Here are some websites that you can share with your references about how to write a letter of recommendation:

  • https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-write-a-grad-school-recommendation-lette 

  • https://www.thebalancecareers.com/sample-reference-letter-for-graduate-school-2062937

• We will admit MSW students for summer/fall semesters only, not spring semesters.
• Prerequisite courses, such as statistics, may be taken at UWW the summer before your fall admission to the MSW program. 
• More information about the application process is available from the School of Graduate Studies; please see their Admission Information and FAQ pages.  
• The GRE test is NOT required to be considered for admittance to the MSW program.