73 Certification by the Illinois State Board of Education. Applicants must indicate their preference for their area of emphasis. Although we attempt to accommodate each applicant's first preference for a second year emphasis, we do not guarantee that individuals will receive their first choice in field practicum assignment. Show evidence of a broad liberal arts base with substantial preparation in the social and behavioral science and the humanities. Demonstrate content in human biology and introductory statistics.
Entry is in the fall semester for the regular two-year program.
Advanced Standing Applicants seeking admission with advanced standing must have a B.S.W. degree from an accredited social work program and meet all requirements listed for the Regular Two-Year Program applicants. Entry is in the summer semester for the advanced standing students. In order to continue in the M.S.W. program, students must receive a grade of 'B' or better in each class. To the top of this page Accreditation The Master of Social Work program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Applicants must apply to both the Graduate School and the School of Social Work.