Social Work, M.S.W. (Traditional 2-Year Program)

I. Admission Requirements

In addition to the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies, applicants requesting admission into the MSW program must meet the following requirements:

Traditional MSW students are admitted in the Fall. To be considered, applications must be completed and submitted to the School of Graduate Studies by March 1.

1. The applicant’s transcript should indicate a strong liberal arts background, including courses in human biology, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, math, history, etc. International students must hold an equivalent degree based on a four-yearcurriculum; and, follow the admissions policies and procedures of North Carolina Central University’s College of Graduate Studies.
2. A cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or better (4.0 scale) and a grade point average of 3.0 or better (4.0 scale)in the major course of study.
3. A personal narrative statement reflecting the applicant’s ability to communicate in writing, demonstrate critical thinking about asocial problem, and demonstrate introspection (e.g., understanding of self, recognize their strengths and weaknesses, acknowledgepersonal growth, etc.)
4. A professional resume. The applicant will submit a current resume that includes his/her work history, community/volunteerservices, and evidence of leadership skills.
5. Two professional letters of recommendation from persons who can speak to the applicant’s ability and potential for success as agraduate student and professional social worker (e.g., former professors, employments supervisors, etc.).
6. Writing sample. The applicant will submit a writing sample based on a professional social work journal article. The writing sampleshould reflect excellent writing skills, organization and integration of content, comprehension, and clarity. Instructions for thewriting sample and a link to the journal article are provided in the online supplemental social work application.

II. Program Requirements

III. Exit Requirements

1. Successfully complete the two-year MSW curriculum with a minimum grade point average of 3.0.
2. Complete the capstone courses (Social Work Practicum I, II, III, and IV and the Master’s Research Project) with a minimum grade of “B”.
3. No more than one “C” grade in transcript.
4. All incompletes have been satisfied for a letter grade.
5. Complete the application for graduation.

For detailed information refer to the MSW Student Handbook