Social Work, M.S.W.
Application Deadline: July 15 (for a fall semester start). Applicants should ensure that all of the required materials are submitted by that date.
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Admissions Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, including a minimum of 30 credits of liberal arts coursework in specific areas.
- The Advanced Standing MSW requires a bachelor’s degree in social work.
- Official transcript of all undergraduate and graduate study.
- A personal essay of 600–800 words in which you describe your professional goals, future professional plans and academic interests.
- 3 letters of recommendation from professors and/or employers
- If you have graduated within the last five years, an academic reference is strongly encouraged.
- Resume or CV.
- GRE is optional (not required)
Financial Support
- The Genovese Scholars Program provides a tuition scholarship and a community of scholars to passionate and dedicated students.
- Caring Gene Pathways Training Program supports those interested in human services fields who commit to working in NY state with full tuition and fees, case specialist support, and job placement assistance.
- Significant scholarships for all master’s and CAS programs! All applicants are automatically considered.
- Assistantships outside of the SOE are frequently available to CHS students. Assistantships and other jobs in departments like the Residence Life, International Students, Academic Services, Athletic Advising, Student Success, and Career Services are posted on the Syracuse University Human Resources website. We suggest interested students look at and apply for jobs in mid-January for the following fall. While most Graduate Assistantships are provided for doctoral students, some are available for master’s students.
- School of Education Endowed Scholarships
- More financial aid and scholarship resources