Advanced standing programs allow students to finish the MSW in 1 year including summer study. These popular options may be limited for space. Determine if advanced standing and regular admissions are exclusive. Being denied advanced standing may not guarantee admission into the regular full-time program. Total credits necessary for the MSW ranges from 30 to 60.
Many schools offer both full time and part time study.
In addition to social work experience, most schools will require a form of standardized testing. Undergraduate GPA, personal statements, examples of written work, faculty and field supervisors reference letters are all important parts of the admission decision. These criteria may be weighted differently. Contact the graduate schools of your choice to ask which criteria are required and considered most important. Admissions criteria also may be flexible.