This information outlines the application processes used for the Part-Time MSW Program at either Madison or Eau Claire.
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
Deadline for 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.
Applicants who are still working toward their undergraduate degree or
others who can't meet the October 30 deadline should apply in the regular admissions cycle.
Deadline for Regular Decision Cycle
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Initial Application Deadline: January 15, 2010
All admissions
application materials are complete (e.g., forms, letters of
recommendation, transcripts, essay) and must be submitted by January 15.
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After Initial Deadline: Applications will continue to be accepted for the Part-Time Program on a rolling admissions basis until the class is filled.
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
- Carefully read the Application Instructions
(PDF). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the
School of Social Work Part-Time MSW Admissions Office at 608-263-3576 or email Deb O'Connell at dhoconne@wisc.edu.
(To complete the School of Social Work's Masters Application, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 or higher. Click here for a free download.)
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After reading the application instructions, 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.
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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 Names for 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:
Part-Time MSW Admissions Office
School of Social Work
1350 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53706-1510
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Returning Adult Student Scholarships, Financial Assistance information can found through the UW-Madison Continuing Studies Adult & Student Services Center at this link.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
International students are not eligible to participate in the part-time program. The university requires international students to be full-time students.
