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Application Checklist - Regular Standing Track
Admission to the MSW degree program is competitive and early application is encouraged.
- Request official transcripts. Transcripts must be in the original sealed envelope from the school, or from a certified electronic official transcript provider such as Docufide, Scrip Safe or National Clearinghouse (email to geoadmin@css.edu). Transcripts required: BA/BS transcript showing degree conferred, any post-baccalaureate transcript, and any transcript with relevant coursework.
GPA: Applicants should have a minimum of 3.0 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) or better on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
Please order early - transcripts can take up to 4-6 weeks to arrive. Mail transcripts for receipt on or before the deadline to:
The College of St. Scholastica
Office of Graduate and Extended Studies Admissions
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 55811 - Complete the Online Application
- References: Applicants must enter the contact information for two professional and/or academic reference forms from people who can address the applicant's abilities and interpersonal skills, potential for graduate education and potential for professional social work practice.
- Professional Statement: Please keep this response to no more than THREE double spaced typed pages. Applicants must upload a well-written professional statement that addresses the following:
- How did you become interested in social work?
- What motivated you to decide to pursue an MSW? If you have trained or worked in another field, what are you reasons for a change?
- Discuss those personal qualities and abilities you feel will be helpful to you in the social work profession. What do you currently see as your strengths and areas of improvement?
- Discuss any significant volunteer and/or work experiences related to social work or human services.
- What are your professional goals and plans in social work? Indicate which fields of practice, client groups, and special social problems interest you and why
- Resume: Applicants will upload a current resume or vitae with their application.
- Interview: Applicants may be asked to interview with the Admissions Committee before a final decision is reached.
- If you have international transcripts or non-citizen status, you will need to send additional documentation. Please see the International Admissions Policy for complete details
- Discuss financing your education with the Financial Aid Office early in the application process by calling (877) 287-8716.
- Upon receipt of all application materials, the application packet will be forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review and the admissions decision.
Application Deadline
Priority Deadline: April 15
Application Checklist - Advanced Standing Track
Admission to the Advanced Standing MSW degree program is competitive and early application is encouraged.
- Request official transcripts. Transcripts must be in the original sealed envelope from the school, or from a certified electronic official transcript provider such as Docufide, Scrip Safe or National Clearinghouse (email to geoadmin@css.edu). Transcripts required: BA/BS transcript showing degree conferred, any post-baccalaureate transcript, and any transcript with relevant coursework.
GPA: Applicants should have a minimum of 3.0 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) or better on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
Please order early - transcripts can take up to 4-6 weeks to arrive. Mail transcripts for receipt on or before the deadline to:
The College of St. Scholastica
Office of Graduate and Extended Studies Admissions
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 55811 - Complete the Online Application. You will need to use an updated browser, preferably Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.
- References: Applicants must enter the contact information for two professional and/or academic reference forms from individuals who can address the applicant's abilities and interpersonal skills, potential for graduate education and potential for professional social work practice. It is preferred that one of these references be from a social work field instructor or supervisor.
- Professional Statement: Please keep this response to no more than THREE double spaced typed pages. Applicants must upload a well-written professional statement that addresses the following:
- How did you become interested in social work?
- What motivated you to decide to pursue an MSW?
- Discuss those personal qualities and abilities you feel will be helpful to you in the social work profession. What do you currently see as your strengths and areas of improvement with respect to the ten core social work competencies?
- Discuss any significant volunteer and/or work experiences related to social work or human services.
- What are your professional goals and plans in social work? Indicate which fields of practice, client groups, and special social problems interest you and why
- Resume: Applicants will upload a current resume or vitae with their application.
- Fieldwork Evaluation: Advanced standing applicants are asked to upload a copy of their senior field evaluation. Students that have not completed their senior field placement at the time of application may uplaod a copy of their junior field evaluation.
- Interview: Applicants may be asked to interview with the Admissions Committee before a final decision is reached
- If you have international transcripts or non-citizen status, you will need to send additional documentation. Please see the International Admissions Policy for complete details
- Discuss financing your education with the Financial Aid Office early in the application process by calling (877) 287-8716.
- Upon receipt of all application materials, the application packet will be forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review and the admissions decision.
Application Deadline
Priority Deadline: April 15
Tuition
Master of Social Work
$590 per credit
This tuition rate is in effect for the 2013-2014 academic year. Tuition rate is subject change in subsequent years.
Tuition discounts and other student aid
Tuition discounts are available to our Clinical partners and employees of the Benedictine Health Care Facility, among others. See our discounts page for more information.
Visit our Financial Aid section for full details regarding financial aid available to graduate students
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