How much work experience is required for MSW admissions?
• How many students are admitted to the MSW program annually? What percentage of applicants are admitted? The Department admits approximately 100 students to the MSW program each year. This is about 20-25% of the applicant pool. • What about financial aid? Although very limited, there is a variety of financial aid available. Early application is essential. If you are applying for financial aid, the recommended deadline for the Graduate application is December 15th.. In addition, the Department has stipends for MSW students through the CALSWEC and IUC Child Welfare programs, and through a few of the agencies it uses for field placements. There are various sources of financial aid for doctoral students, including fellowships, tuition waivers, and research and teaching assistantships. • What sort of career will the MSW prepare me for? MSW graduates work in variety of settings along the social welfare continuum. MSW alumni from UCLA have worked in the public and private sectors, and have h
