Admissions

Admissions

Admissions

To begin the application process please access this link: 

Criteria for admission:
The criterion for admissions is as follows:
  • 1) A baccalaureate degree from a United States regionally accredited college/university or an equivalent degree from another country approved by the International Social Work Degree Recognition (Students who have completed part or all their post high school education outside the United States have their foreign educational credentials evaluated by a credential evaluation service with a current membership to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES))
  • 2) A minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with a 2.8 or higher GPA who demonstrate promising contribution to the field of social work will be considered on a case by case basis.
  • 3) Official transcripts from all colleges attended.
  • 4) A written essay providing insight on the applicant’s interest in the social work profession: discuss  your reasons for pursuing this program and describe how you might use this program to advance your career.
  • 5) Two letters of references (can be from a supervisor, former professor, and/or colleague)
  • 6) A resume
  • 7) No GRE/GMAT required.
  • 8) A $65 application fee
Application deadlines are coordinated between the program and Rowan Global. The application deadline for the Fall 2024 semester is July 1, 2024. We strongly encourage applicants apply as soon as possible to enhance your chances of securing a spot in a cohort. There is only an option to start the MSW program in the fall of any year.  

Evaluation Process: Rowan’s MSW works in collaboration with the Rowan Global office and operates on a rolling admission schedule. Candidates are notified of admissions decisions via the application portal. Applicants accepted to the program must submit the required deposit, which secures a seat in the upcoming fall semester classes.

Applicants typically receive a decision of Admit or Deny. If/when the program is at capacity, a waitlist is generated with applicants who meet acceptance criteria for whom we do not currently have space.

In rare cases the program may opt to have a “probationary admit” decision as well. This decision is typically used when an applicant’s GPA may be just below the minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA listed under the standard admissions requirements, but other areas in the applicant's record indicate that they may be successful in the program. A typical probationary admit is “Maintain a 3.0 in your first semester."