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

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.
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.