Admission Information

Application for 2024 Admission closed! 

Application for 2025 admissions opens on August 15, 2024

The deadline to apply is November 4, 2024

Advanced Standing admitting for summer 2025

Two-Year admitting for fall 2025

Application closed for summer 2025 & fall 2025 admission! 

Application for 2026 admission expected to open August 2025

Application requirements shown below may be subject to change

 

MSW Information Sessions

Interested in the UVU Master of Social Work? Attend an Information Session! 

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Prospective students of all levels are invited to join MSW staff for information about the Social Work profession, tips for applicant preparation, and help navigating the admissions process. Bring your questions!

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
    • If an applicant's cumulative GPA is below a 3.0, the program may calculate and accept GPA based on the last 60 semester hours 
      (90 quarter hours) of undergraduate work.
    • A Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree earned within the past 10 years is required to apply for Advanced Standing.  A BSW degree is not required for admission into the Two-Year program.
  • Completion of prerequisite courses with a B- or higher. This requirement must be satisfied prior to matriculation if offered admission.
    • Introduction to Social Work - must be completed or in progress at time of submitting an application. 
    • Statistics- any college level
    • Research Methods- must be related to one of the behavioral sciences
  • Complete application and pay fee
  • Submit official university transcripts
  • Submit resume or curriculum vitae
  • Submit application essays
  • Provide information for three references
  • Submit all materials before application deadline

Admissions Process

  1. Apply
    Ensure an MSW is right for you
    • Determine if Social Work is a good fit for you and your professional goals. Conduct research       about the Social Work field       or meet with us       to make sure an MSW is a good educational pathway.
    Apply
    • Complete an Online Application      by selecting correct start date and program option. Two-year applicants begin courses in the fall, Advanced Standing applicants begin courses in the summer.
    • Enter information completely and accurately. Note this is used to determine residency status.
    • Submit application and pay the application fee.
    Submit official university transcripts
    • If requesting electronic copy from your university, official transcripts must be emailed to [email protected].
    • Graduates of UVU do not need to request university transcripts.
  2. Submit Supplemental Items
    Resume
    • Applicants need to submit a copy of their current resume or curriculum vita (CV). This document should include the following:
      • Educational and practical experiences related to professional helping in human and/or mental and behavioral health services. Experience may include both paid employment and volunteer work.
      • The title of your position and the dates and approximate hours per week for each position held. For example: “Family Support Manager, Wasatch Mental Health, May 2023-current (40 hrs/week).”
      • Descriptions of the population with whom you worked in each position as well as your main responsibilities.
    MSW Resume Statement
    • Applicants need to submit a 3–4 page, double spaced, explanation of experiences listed on their resume.  The statement should be submitted in proper APA format.  This statement should address the following areas:
      • Professional experiences that led to an interest in the MSW program.
      • Skills gained that will lead to success as a student in the MSW program.
      • Interactions with diverse populations that created a foundation for learning in the MSW program.
    MSW Application Essay
    • Applicants need to submit a 3–4 page, double spaced, essay that speaks toward their readiness for the UVU MSW program. The essay should be submitted in proper APA format. Applicants may repeat information provided in the Resume Statement, but should do so only to support responses to the following areas:
      • Why is an MSW degree at UVU the best fit for you rather than an alternative helping profession?
      • Why are you a good fit for the MSW program at UVU?
      • What potential biases do you have that may impact your work with diverse populations?
      • How have you (or how will you) address(ed) these biases so that you are prepared to work with all clients competently?
    Three Professional References
    • Applicants need to provide 3 references, at least 1 of which should be from an individual who is capable of describing the applicant’s educational ability.
    • Applicants will submit reference names and email addresses.
    • References will be asked to indicate their relationship to the applicant.
    • References will be asked specific questions about the applicant’s academic readiness for an MSW program, ethical behavior, interpersonal skills, and potential to work with diverse clients.
    • References may attach a letter of recommendation in .pdf or .docx format.
    • Applicants may login      to view status of references, resend reference emails or make edits to reference information.

     

  3. Submit All Materials by Deadline
    • It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure all materials, including references and transcripts are turned in before the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted. 
    • Be advised that the UVU MSW admissions process is competitive. Submission of materials does not guarantee acceptance into the  program. 
  4. Application Process Complete

Application for 2025 admissions closed 

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