Social Work

For Reapplication Instructions Click HERE.

 

DUAL APPLICATION PROCESS

Students seeking admission to the master's program will need to:

• STEP ONE: Meet the admission requirements of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Graduate School and those of the School of Social Work.
• STEP TWO: Complete all application materials for both.

FALL 2010 APPLICATION DEADLINES

Early Decision Cycle

The Early Decison Admissions Option is recommended for applicants who hold an undergraduate degree at the time of application.  Choosing this option means that all admissions application materials are complete (e.g., forms, letters of recommendation, transcripts, essay) and must be submitted by October 30.  Those who meet this deadline will be notified of an admissions decision by December 18.

Those who are not admitted for Early Decision will be considered in the Regular Admissions Cycle and will be notified of a final admissions decision in early April.

Regular Admissions Cycle

Applicants who are still working toward their undergraduate degree or others who can't meet the October 30 deadline should apply by January 15.

Applicants for Regular Admissions will be notified of a final admissions decision in early April.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Step One
The UW-Madison Graduate School sets the minimum admission requirements for all prospective graduate students. In addition to these requirements, the School of Social Work prerequisites must be met to qualify for acceptance into the master's program. Please review these requirements before filling out the admission applications.

Review School of Social Work requirements

Review Graduate School requirements

2010 ADMISSIONS APPLICATION

Step Two

1. Carefully read the Application Instructions (PDF). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the School of Social Work Full-Time MSW Admissions Office by calling 608-263-3660 or by emailing Full-Time MSW Admissions Program.

   (To complete the School of Social Work's Full-Time MSW Application, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 or higher. Click here for a free download.)

2. Complete the School of Social Work Master's Application (PDF) online. After you complete the application, make sure to save a copy for your records.

3. Apply online to the UW-Madison Graduate School.

We cannot consider your application until all materials are received and the application fee has been paid to the Graduate School.

CHECKLIST OF APPLICATION MATERIALS

TO SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK	TO UW GRADUATE SCHOOL
Essay of reasons for graduate study	Graduate School Application & 3 Letters of Recommendation
Official Transcripts (2 copies of each)	Payment of Application Fee (can be paid online)
Applicant Review Form	TOEFL scores (if required)
Employment and Experience Form	optional GRE scores (institution code 1846, dept code 5001)

Send transcripts to:

Full-Time MSW Admissions Office
School of Social Work
1350 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53706-1510

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Click here for information on additional requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click here to learn additional information regarding exemptions and advanced standing, part-time enrollment, and mandatory background checks.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Students needing financial assistance in the form of federal loans and work-study are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Financial Services or call 608-262-3060.

Information about School of Social Work scholarships and fellowships can be found here.