{"id":20462,"date":"2024-08-06T22:51:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T22:51:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/?page_id=20462"},"modified":"2026-04-20T20:18:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T20:18:29","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/social-work\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":462,"featured_media":0,"parent":347,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-20462","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","page_tags-social-work"],"acf":{"background_image_type":"custom","background":{"ID":5526,"id":5526,"title":"NEW Leadership","filename":"NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","filesize":229428,"url":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","link":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/social-work\/apply\/new-leadership\/","alt":"Panel of Women Leaders","author":"121","description":"Panel of Women Leaders","caption":"Panel of Women Leaders","name":"new-leadership","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":20462,"date":"2019-09-13 01:43:03","modified":"2024-07-31 21:40:57","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":1500,"height":1000,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757-300x200.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757-768x512.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":512,"large":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757-1024x683.jpg","large-width":1024,"large-height":683,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","1536x1536-width":1500,"1536x1536-height":1000,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","2048x2048-width":1500,"2048x2048-height":1000,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":300,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":200,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":400,"gform-image-choice-md-height":267,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2019\/09\/NEW-Leadership-e1568341195757.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":600,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":400}},"background_vertical_alignment":"center","title":"Apply to the","bold_title":"MSW Program","content":"","primary_content_copy":"<h2>Applications Open Oct. 1 each year<\/h2>\n<p>The EWU MSW Program welcomes applicants with diverse work and life experiences who have chosen to commit to a social work graduate program. Please check this page regularly for updates on the current <a href=\"#application-cycle\">application cycle<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Information Sessions:<\/strong> We highly encourage all prospective applicants to <a href=\"#info-session\">register and attend one of our Information Sessions<\/a> to learn more about the program and the application process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application Information:<\/strong> On this page, you&#8217;ll find essential information divided into four key sections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#steps\">Criteria for MSW Application<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#requirements\">Application Document Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Questions?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For assistance, contact Chris Babcock at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:cbabcock@ewu.edu\">cbabcock@ewu.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>For program-related questions, contact the Graduate Program Director at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:msw@ewu.edu\">msw@ewu.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#info-session\">Register and attend one of our Information Sessions.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>To begin your application, review the following STEPS and the FAQs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#steps\">Application Steps<\/a> <a class=\"btn\" href=\"#faq\">FAQs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to start your Application or to Return to your Application?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn red\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.ewu.edu\/apply\/\">Access the Application Online Portal<\/a><\/p>\n","blocks":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion-with-notes","module_background_color":"white","accordion_position":"bottom","title":"Step 1: Review Application Criteria","notes":"<p>We highly encourage all prospective applicants to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/?page_id=20462&amp;preview=true#info-session\">register and attend one of our Information Sessions<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about the program and the application process.<\/p>\n","include_spacing":false,"expanded":false,"sections":[{"label":"1) Meet the degree requirement","copy":"<p>To apply, you must meet both University and School of Social Work requirements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Standard Program:<\/strong> Successful completion of a bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited college or university.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced Standing Program:<\/strong> Successful completion of a bachelor\u2019s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited social work program within seven years of application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"label":"2) Meet the GPA requirement","copy":"<ul>\n<li><strong>Standard Program: <\/strong>Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from the undergraduate degree. If below 3.0, upload a letter explaining the causes and preparedness for graduate-level work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced Standing Program: <\/strong>Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from the undergraduate social work degree. No exceptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"label":"3) Check the programs that are accepting applications","copy":"<p>Please review the <a href=\"#application-cycle\">Application Cycle<\/a> below.<\/p>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Application Steps","identifier":"steps","navigable":true}},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","module_background_color":"white","copy":"<h3>MSW Application Cycle<\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-29\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-29 ewu-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">MSW Program<br \/>\n(FT=full-time; PT=part-time)<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Applications <br \/>\r\nOpen<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Priority Admission<br \/>\r\nDeadline<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">Regular Admission<br \/>\r\nDeadline<\/th><th class=\"column-5\">Next Cohort <\/th><th class=\"column-6\">Program Length<br \/>\r\n(Years)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cheney FT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2025<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>Feb. 15, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>April 1, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Fall 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Everett PT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2025<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>Feb. 15, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>April 1, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Summer 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Spokane PT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>Feb. 15, 2027<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>April 1, 2027<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Summer 2027<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cheney FT \u2013 Advanced Standing<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2025<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>N\/A<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>Feb 28, 2026, 9 P.M.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Summer 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Spokane PT - Advanced Standing<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2025<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>N\/A<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>Feb 28, 2026, 9 P.M.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Summer 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">1y.+ 9 m.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Everett PT - Advanced Standing<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong>Oct. 1, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong>N\/A<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-4\"><strong>Feb 15, 2027<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Summer 2027<\/td><td class=\"column-6\">1y.+ 9 m.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-29 from cache -->\n","no_wrapper":false,"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Application Cycle","identifier":"application-cycle","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion-with-notes","module_background_color":"white","accordion_position":"bottom","title":"Step 2: Prepare Application Documents","notes":"<p>We recommend preparing the following documents before you start your application.<\/p>\n","include_spacing":false,"expanded":false,"sections":[{"label":"1) Request Official Transcripts","copy":"<p>What transcripts do I need?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An undergraduate transcript confirming a 3.0 GPA.<\/li>\n<li>A master&#8217;s transcript if a request for a credit transfer will be made.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>How do I request a transcript?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the transcript website for the prior university where you earned your highest degree (bachelor\u2019s or master\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Order an electronic, official transcript (If the prior college only has mail as an option, expect them to take 4-6 weeks for them to arrive.)<\/li>\n<li>Have it sent to Eastern Washington University<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/#transcript\">Transcript Guidelines<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"2) Identify Three Professional References","copy":"<ul>\n<li>Choose people who are current or former supervisors in a volunteer or paid job and professors. If you have been out of school more than four years a faculty member may not be available to you. References need to <strong>provide a professional not a personal recommendation<\/strong>. Family members, therapists, faith leaders, supervisees, and friends are not appropriate recommenders. The only exception is if these people were your supervisor in a job. Questions, contact <a href=\"mailto:msw@ewu.edu\">msw@ewu.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Contact people to request their permission to list them as a reference. Submit your reference&#8217;s names and email contacts in the application. The online portal will email your references asking for their recommendation.<\/li>\n<li>Contact your references to ensure timely submission of recommendations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"label":"3) Upload Your Resume","copy":"<p>Update and upload your most current resume.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"4) Upload Your Essay Responses","copy":"<p>Upload your essay responses to the following questions based on the program you are applying to.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All essays are to be included in one document including your name and date.<\/li>\n<li>Each essay should be numbered and have a heading. The headings are already provided for you (the bolded words before the questions).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sub-header\"><strong>Standard Program:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Why the MSW (250 words max): <\/strong>Why are you pursuing an MSW, and how have your work, volunteer, and\/or educational experiences contributed to your decision?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Core Values (250 words max): <\/strong>The core values for social workers are: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialworkers.org\/About\/Ethics\/Code-of-Ethics\/Code-of-Ethics-English\">NASW Code of Ethics<\/a>). Choose two of the core values to describe how these values are important to social work practice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diversity (250 words max): <\/strong>Briefly describe one experience you had interacting with someone different from yourself, which impacted your perspective on diversity. Please include your reactions and reflections on lessons learned. These differences may include but are not limited to factors such as age, class, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, marital status, political ideology, race, religion\/spirituality, and tribal sovereign status.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social Issue (250 words max): <\/strong>Briefly discuss a social issue important to you. What are some underlying causes and the impacts on individuals, families, and\/or communities? How might you participate in bringing about change?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"sub-header\">Advanced Standing Program<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Why the MSW (250 words max): <\/strong>Why are you pursuing an MSW, and how have your work, volunteer, and\/or educational experiences contributed to your decision?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Core Values (250 words max): <\/strong>The core values for social workers are: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialworkers.org\/About\/Ethics\/Code-of-Ethics\/Code-of-Ethics-English\">NASW Code of Ethics<\/a>). Choose two of the core values to describe how these values are important to social work practice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diversity (250 words max): <\/strong>Briefly describe one experience you had interacting with someone different from yourself, which impacted your perspective on diversity. Please include your reactions and reflections on lessons learned. These differences may include but are not limited to factors such as age, class, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, marital status, political ideology, race, religion\/spirituality, and tribal sovereign status.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social Issue.<\/strong> Provide an individual essay for each question; label your responses as Part 1, Part 2, or Part 3<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Part 1 <\/strong>(250 words max): Discuss a social issue important to you. What are some underlying causes and the impacts on individuals, families, and\/or communities? How might you participate in bringing about change?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 2<\/strong> (250 words max): Describe a social policy related to the social issue you identified in the previous question and answer the following questions. What are the benefits of this policy? Who benefits from the policy?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 3<\/strong> (250 words max): Illustrate the gaps, barriers, and unintended consequences of the policy. What policy changes would you suggest and why?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong>Client System<\/strong> (500 words max): Imagine you are a generalist social worker working with a client or client system. Describe the skills and strategies you would use in each of the following phases of practice: engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practicum and\/or post-bachelor\u2019s degree work experience<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Part 1<\/strong> (250 words max) <strong><em>Undergraduate practicum and\/or post bachelor\u2019s degree work experience<\/em><\/strong>: Describe how your undergraduate placement and\/or work experience post-bachelor\u2019s degree in social work may prepare you for advanced practicum.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 2<\/strong> (250 words max)<strong><em> Supervision reflection:<\/em><\/strong> How did you utilize supervision during your undergraduate placement and\/or work post-bachelor&#8217;s degree?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 3<\/strong> (250 words max) <strong><em>Lessons learned<\/em><\/strong>: What lessons have you learned from your undergraduate placement and\/or post-degree work that you can use in your advanced practicum? Please include areas of growth and\/or challenges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Prepare Application Documents","identifier":"requirements","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion-with-notes","module_background_color":"white","accordion_position":"bottom","title":"Step 3: Apply","notes":"","include_spacing":false,"expanded":false,"sections":[{"label":"1) Start Your Online Application ","copy":"<ul>\n<li>Use the EWU online portal to save your materials and complete the application before the deadline. Go here when ready to begin the online application: <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.ewu.edu\/apply\/\">APPLY<\/a><\/li>\n<li>The online application portal will upload numerous documents under the \u201cGraduate Documents Upload\u201d tab. Examples: resume, essay questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.ewu.edu\/apply\/\">Application Portal: Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"2) Choose the Correct Program ","copy":"<p>Choose the correct program inside the application portal that accepts applications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Standard Program Applications:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work Cheney \u2013 MSW: Full-time, fully in-person graduate program based in the Cheney and Spokane area. Designed for students residing within 100 miles of Cheney, WA.<\/li>\n<li>Social Work Spokane \u2013 MSW: Part-time, hybrid graduate program based in Spokane, WA. Designed for students from Central and Eastern Washington and the panhandle of Idaho.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced Standing Program Applications:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work Cheney Advanced Standing \u2013 MSW: Full-time, fully in-person graduate program based in Cheney and Spokane area for those eligible for advanced standing. Designed for students residing within 100 miles of Cheney, WA.<\/li>\n<li>Social Work Everett Advanced Standing &#8211; MSW: Part-time, hybrid graduate program based in Everett, WA. Designed for students from Whatcom, Snohomish, Skagit, and Island counties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#application-cycle\">View Application Cycle<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"3) Submit Your Application for Review","copy":"<ul>\n<li>Social work faculty review each application. Only one application per applicant is reviewed.<\/li>\n<li>Incomplete applications at the deadline will not be reviewed unless extenuating circumstances exist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Step 3 Apply","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"mirror-content","page":10144,"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Information Sessions","identifier":"info-session","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"banner","module_background_tri_color":"red","copy":"<p><strong>Please note:<\/strong> Social Work is undergoing curriculum changes for the 2026-27 academic year. Changes are pending approval by EWU in Spring 2026. The list of courses and the plan of study are related to the current curriculum. The DRAFT plans of study for the full-time and part-time options for academic year 2026-27 are posted under each program option as \u201cPlan of Study.\u201d<\/p>\n","component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion-with-notes","module_background_color":"white","accordion_position":"left","title":"Frequently Asked Questions for MSW Application","notes":"","include_spacing":true,"expanded":false,"sections":[{"label":"Does my MSW degree earn me a WA State Social Work License?","copy":"<p>The MSW is the first step towards licensure. A MSW degree is required to begin counting hours towards a LICSW. An MSW graduate will apply for the LASW upon graduation in order to begin to count practice hours towards a license. Go to the <a id=\"LPlnk353734\" title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/doh.wa.gov\/licenses-permits-and-certificates\/professions-new-renew-or-update\/social-worker-and-social-worker-associate. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/doh.wa.gov\/licenses-permits-and-certificates\/professions-new-renew-or-update\/social-worker-and-social-worker-associate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"Verified\" data-linkindex=\"1\" data-ogsc=\"\">WA State Department of Health<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about social work licensing in WA State.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What type of degree is required for the MSW Program at EWU?  ","copy":"<p>\u2022 It depends on the program option you are applying for.<br \/>\n\u2022 For the Standard MSW Program, there are no requirements for the type of undergraduate degree earned. The university or college has to be an accredited higher education institution.<br \/>\n\u2022 For the Advanced Standing MSW Program, there is a requirement for a very specific type of undergraduate degree earned. There are no exceptions to this requirement. A bachelor\u2019s social work degree had to be earned in the past seven years from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or the Canadian social work accreditor (CASWE). For an international undergraduate social work degree review, visit the CSWE resource at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cswe.org\/accreditation\/scopeandservices\/international-degree-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.cswe.org\/accreditation\/scopeandservices\/international-degree-review\/<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"What is the Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement for the MSW Program?","copy":"<p>\u2022 For the Standard MSW Program: cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred. If your cumulative GPA is below 3.0, upload a statement explaining the lower GPA and your readiness for graduate-level work currently.<br \/>\n\u2022 For the Advanced Standing MSW Program: cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher, no exceptions.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Is the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) required?","copy":"<p>\u2022 No. The GRE is not required for any of the MSW Programs.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What is the difference between a \u201cPriority Admission Deadline\u201d and a \u201cRegular Admission Deadline\u201d?","copy":"<p>\u2022 A \u201cpriority\u201d deadline is the date of the first pool of applicants to be reviewed. That pool of applicants receives notification of application decisions first. The priority pool of applicants sets the standard for admission for that application cycle.<br \/>\n\u2022 A \u201cregular\u201d deadline is the final date for acceptance of your application. Extensions to the deadline are posted on this site.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Who should I consider asking to be a reference for my application? ","copy":"<p>\u2022 Ask people who will complete the recommendation request in a timely manner. It is the applicant\u2019s responsibility to ensure all application materials are submitted by deadline.<br \/>\n\u2022 Ask your references in advance of submitting their name and email with your application. Ask them to watch for an email from the EWU graduate application system asking for them to upload their letter of recommendation and to answer brief questions.<br \/>\n\u2022 Include one reference from a former or current professor\/instructor. If out of school for over 5 years, it may be difficult to obtain an academic reference. Add another professional reference.<br \/>\n\u2022 Include one reference who can speak to your performance in your undergraduate social work practicum (for advanced standing applicants).<br \/>\n\u2022 Include one or two professional references such as a supervisor from a job or a volunteer position.<br \/>\n\u2022 Do not submit character or personal references, such as friends, family, a counselor\/client, or faith leaders\/parishioners (unless these people were your supervisor at a job).<\/p>\n"},{"label":"I have gaps in my employment record on my resume, will that be a problem? ","copy":"<p>\u2022 Not necessarily. Gaps in your employment record are not a major concern as long as the work documented in your resume corresponds with your essay responses.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Can I be awarded graduate credit for my life and\/or work experience?","copy":"<p>\u2022 No. Previous life or work experience cannot be substituted for course credit, with no exceptions. This is a CSWE social work educational standard.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"I am a DACA or undocumented student. What are the EWU aid resources available to me? ","copy":"<p>\u2022 Aid and application assistance for applicants who are undocumented visit this EWU site: Aid for Undocumented Students<\/p>\n"},{"label":"I am an international applicant. What specific application items do I need to consider? ","copy":"<p>\u2022 Transcript: In addition to an official transcript, it is the responsibility of the applicant to choose a transcript review company and pay for that transcript review. For more information, visit the Graduate Program Office site here: \u201cIn addition to a transcript from outside the United States, an official course-by-course evaluation is required. A credential evaluation service must be recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The credential evaluation service must also provide a chronological list of course work. A list of credential evaluation services can be found at www.naces.org<br \/>\n\u2022 Applicant &amp; Student Support: The EWU Global Student Services office can provide support to navigate the application process. Contact the Global Student Services staff through this site <a href=\"http:\/\/ewu.edu\/global\">ewu.edu\/global<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022 Documentation: International students will need to have appropriate documentation to participate in social work practicum placement during their MSW Program.<br \/>\n\u2022 English Proficiency: EWU requires an English proficiency score for all international students. Visit this EWU site to learn more: <a href=\"http:\/\/ewu.edu\/apply\/international-graduate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ewu.edu\/apply\/international-graduate\/<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"What is the format for the Social Work Essay Questions? ","copy":"<ul>\n<li>Format: Type all essay questions into one document for upload into your application. Label the document with your name and place a heading for each essay.<\/li>\n<li>Length: Adhere to the word count for each question. Provide detailed answers without being wordy.<\/li>\n<li>Citations: Full citations are not expected, but references can be mentioned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"label":"How important are my responses to the Social Work Essay Questions?","copy":"<p>\u2022 Extremely. Your responses to the essay questions provide the social work faculty reviewing your application insights into your thinking, your values, writing skills, what\u2019s important to you, and the direction your would like to take a social work career.<br \/>\n\u2022 A strong essay is carefully developed, addresses each question with examples, adheres to the format, and displays good writing skills (clarity, grammar, spelling).<br \/>\n\u2022 Revise and proofread (or have someone else proofread) your essays prior to submission.<br \/>\n\u2022 Applicants are responsible for making sure their application materials are submitted in a timely manner and by the deadline.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"How much is graduate tuition and fees at EWU? ","copy":"<p>Visit the EWU site on costs for graduate education: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/\">Graduate Tuition &amp; Aid<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"label":"How do students finance their graduate education?","copy":"<ul>\n<li>Complete the FAFSA or WASFA for eligibility determination for scholarships and federal student loans. If your program begins in the summer, complete the FAFSA or WASFA for the prior academic year and the new academic year that begins in the fall quarter. Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/tuition\/financial-aid\/\">Financial Aid\u00a0<\/a>to complete your FAFSA or WASFA and to learn more.<\/li>\n<li>Make an appointment with a Financial Advisor at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/financial-aid-scholarships-office\/\">EWU Financial Aid<\/a> office:<\/li>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/financialservices\/student-financial-services\/\">Student Financial Services<\/a> website to apply for a payment plan on your tuition and fee expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the Graduate Tuition &amp; Fees page for options on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#scholarship\">Scholarships<\/a>, Tuition Waivers, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#gsa\">Graduate Service Appointments<\/a>. Note: The EWU General Scholarship application is due by February 1 each year. Complete that general scholarship application when you complete the MSW application.<\/li>\n<li>Veterans and family members of veterans contact the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/veterans\/\">EWU Veterans Resource Center<\/a>\u00a0to ask about potential benefit eligibility for graduate education.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants who are former Foster Youth contact the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/sass\/passport\/\">EWU Passport Program\u00a0<\/a>for support and resources.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the School of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/scholarships\/\">Social Work Scholarships<\/a>\u00a0information webpage<\/li>\n<li>Applicants interested in serving the child welfare system, visit the information webpage for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/social-work\/child-welfare\/\">Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program (CWTAP)<\/a>. CWTAP is a conditional scholarship program that funds the graduate tuition of students who will commit to working for the WA Department of Children, Youth, and Families for two years post-MSW.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, students make financial\/bartering arrangements with family and friends for their assistance and support of their graduate education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"FAQs","identifier":"faq","navigable":true}},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","module_background_color":"white","copy":"<h2>Important Things to Know<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Questions on paying for your Graduate Education<\/b>: Go to Graduate Tuition &amp; Fees page for options on <a title=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#:~:text=apply%20to%20graduate.-,Scholarship%20Opportunities,-Nonresident%20Tuition%20Scholarship\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#:~:text=apply%20to%20graduate.-,Scholarship%20Opportunities,-Nonresident%20Tuition%20Scholarship\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">Scholarships<\/a>, Tuition Waivers,\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#:~:text=or%20509.359.4675.-,Graduate%20Service%20Appointments,-(GSA)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/graduate\/tuition-aid\/#:~:text=or%20509.359.4675.-,Graduate%20Service%20Appointments,-(GSA)\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">Graduate Service Appointments<\/a>, and <a title=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/tuition\/financial-aid\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/tuition\/financial-aid\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">Financial Aid <\/a>to complete your FAFSA or WASFA. Note: The EWU General Scholarship application is due by February 1.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the School of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/scholarships\/\">Social Work Scholarships<\/a>\u00a0information webpage.<\/li>\n<li>Veterans and family members of veterans, contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/veterans\/\">EWU Veterans Resource Center<\/a>\u00a0to ask about potential benefit eligibility for graduate education.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants who are former Foster Youth, contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/sass\/passport\/\">EWU Passport Program <\/a>for support and resources.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants interested in serving the child welfare system, visit the information webpage for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/social-work\/social-work\/child-welfare\/\">Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program (CWTAP)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","no_wrapper":false,"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":true,"nickname":"Important Things to Know","identifier":"important","navigable":true}}],"secondary_nav_menu_type":"parent","apply_steps_title":"MSW Application Criteria &amp; Steps","apply_steps_subtitle":"<b>Social Work applications will open on October 1.<\/b> The MSW Program application cycle is Fall to Spring each year. Different applications are accepted each year. Watch this page for updated information on the current application cycle. Questions about which application is the correct application for you, contact Chris Babcock at cbabcock@ewu.edu or 509.359.6485.","apply_steps_steps":[{"apply_steps_step_title":"Degree Requirement","apply_steps_copy":"<ul>\n<li><strong>MSW Standard Program &#8211; <\/strong>Successful completion of a bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited college or university.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MSW Advanced Standing Program &#8211; <\/strong>Successful completion of a bachelor\u2019s degree in social work (BASW or BSW) from a CSWE accredited social work program, awarded no longer than seven years prior to the application date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","apply_steps_link":""},{"apply_steps_step_title":"GPA Requirement","apply_steps_copy":"<ul>\n<li><strong>MSW Standard Program<\/strong> \u2013 A cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher in an undergraduate program. Less than 3.0 GPA, requires a statement in the application process on readiness for graduate level work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MSW Advanced Standing Program\u2013<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>the degree must be from a CSWE accredited undergraduate social work program, awarded no longer than seven years prior to the application date with a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0. No exceptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","apply_steps_link":""},{"apply_steps_step_title":"Complete the Graduate Admissions Application","apply_steps_copy":"<p>The School of Social Work does not open applications for all MSW Programs each year. Only one application per applicant is considered at a time.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>International Students<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Review <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/apply\/international-graduate\/\">graduate application requirements<\/a> before starting your application.<\/li>\n<li>For support through the application process and throughout your EWU experience, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/global\/\">EWU Global Student Services<\/a>. The office provides connection for international students to the campus community, information, resources, navigating the campus, and support from application through to alumni status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Important Dates<\/h4>\n<p>Check application open and close dates using the <a href=\"#application-cycle\">application cycle<\/a> table below. <strong>Applications close at 9 PM<\/strong> (Pacific Time) on the dates listed.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Applications Being Accepted<\/h4>\n<p>Standard MSW Programs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work Cheney \u2013 MSW: for the full-time fully in-person graduate program based in the Cheney and Spokane area.<\/li>\n<li>Social Work Spokane \u2013 MSW: for the part-time hybrid graduate program based in Spokane, Washington. Designed for students from Central and Eastern Washington, and northern Idaho.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Advanced Standing MSW Programs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work Cheney Advanced Standing \u2013 MSW: for the full-time fully in-person graduate program based in Cheney and Spokane area for those eligible for advanced standing.<\/li>\n<li>Social Work Everett Advanced Standing &#8211; MSW: for the part-time hybrid graduate program based in Everett, WA. Designed for students from the Pacific Northwest counties and Island counties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Application Instructions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/Application-Instructions-23-24-SP-Revised.pdf\">MSW Application Instructions &#8211; Standard Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewu.edu\/cpp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/Application-Instructions-23-24-AS-Revised.pdf\">MSW Application Instructions &#8211; Advanced Standing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.ewu.edu\/apply\/\">Application Portal &#8211; Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n","apply_steps_link":""},{"apply_steps_step_title":"Application Announcements: Admit\/Waitlist\/Decline ","apply_steps_copy":"<ul>\n<li>Following the deadline date, applications are reviewed by faculty, and admissions decisions are made as admit, waitlist, or decline. 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