Can I enroll in graduate social work classes prior to admission?
If you have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have at least a 2.6 GPA (minimum GPA required for graduate admission), you may apply for graduate non-degree status. As a nondegree student you may enroll in a limited number of graduate social work courses, which may be transferred toward your MSW degree once admitted. Contact an academic advisor for more details. I already have a master’s degree in a related field and a number of years of experience. Can I waive some of the requirements of the M.S.W. program or can I apply for the Pre-Candidate Master with Advanced Standing status? We do not give academic credit for life experience; however, your experience will help to strengthen your application. The Pre-Candidate Master with Advanced Standing is open ONLY to students who hold a BSW degree from an accredited institution. This policy is in compliance with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) standards and does not allow for any exceptions.
