How long is the MSW program and how many units?
It takes two years for Full-Time MSW program. A minimum of 60 units are needed to complete the program.
What are the requirements to apply for the MSW program?
You must apply concurrently 1) to the University’s Graduate Division; and 2) to the School of Social Work.
The University’s Graduate Application is available online at www.csumentor.edu
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If you have problems accessing the CSU Mentor, you may contact the Graduate division by telephone at (415) 338-2234 or pick up an application at the
Administration Building, room 253 or download and print the application at http://www.sfsu.edu/~gradstdy/forms/admission-applliation-05-06.pdf
The School of Social Work applications can be downloaded from the website at www.sfsu.edu/~socwork/new/home/MSWProgram.htm
What does the University application require?
1) Students are required to submit the University application to the Graduate
Division by the CSU Mentor or by downloading and printing the application.
2) Submit Official transcripts from each postsecondary institution regardless of the number of units taken .
One set of official transcripts to the
Graduate Division and one set of official transcript to School of
Social Work Master Program.
3) A non-refundable fee of $55 must be submitted to the Graduate Division
ONLY. There is no application fee to the School of Social Work.
What does the School of Social Work application require?
Students are required to complete the above requirements. The following documents need to be submitted directly to the School of Social Work,
Masters Program:
1) MSW application form along with the personal essay/statements (format for the personal statement is provided on the application).
2) Three letters of recommendation (from faculty, employers or supervisors).
3) Verification of employment or volunteer work.
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What is the deadline to apply for the Fall 2005 Semester?
The deadline to submit the University application is January 19, 2007
The deadline to submit the MSW School application is January 19, 2007
Is the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) required?
GRE is NOT required. International Applicants are urged to take the TOEFL as early as possible.
Are there any prerequisites for the MSW program?
Yes. Students are required to complete a course in Statistics or Research. This course can be taken at a community college or SFSU prior to applying to the
MSW program or taken concurrently with the graduate classes.
Are there any informational orientations for the MSW program?
Informational orientations for prospective MSW students are scheduled two times during the fall semester. The dates for informational orientations are available on the Social Work website, Announcements page or by telephone (415) 338-1003
Can the applicants meet individually with the MSW program coordinator or chair of Admissions to discuss the program?
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the informational orientation to discuss the program. You can email the Admissions Chair, Dr. Jerald Shapiro, at jshap@sfsu.edu
When do applicants get notification of the admission decisions?
Early April.
What are the concentrations offered by the School of Social Work?
1) Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups – direct intervention with individuals, groups and families.
2) Administration and Planning
– management and administration, program development and evaluation.
3) Social Development – community organizing, policy analysis, advocacy.
What about scholarships and financial aid?
For financial aid information, contact the Financial Aid office at (415) 338 7000. If any scholarships are available, they are usually posted near the School office or are announced in the weekly School of Social Work newsletter (Social Working).
What is the PPSC Program (Pupil Personnel Service Credential)?
Graduate social work students may pursue the Pupil Personnel Services
Credential (PPSC) while simultaneously completing their MSW requirements.
They are required to take the Social Work with Individuals, Families and Groups
(IFG) concentration with a field placement in a public school (K-12), supervised by an individual who has a PPS credential. MSW students in the SAC and A&P concentrations can also complete the requirements.
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For more information, please contact Christina Feliciana @
Schoolsocwork@gmail.com
What is the LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker Credential)?
The LCSW requires a two year internship to be supervised by the Board of
Behavioral Science Examiners, after completing the MSW. Contact the Board of
Behavioral Science Examiners at (916)445-4933, 400 R Street, Suite 3150,
Sacramento, CA 95814.
What is the policy on reapplying to the program?
We usually keep the application folders for a period of one year. Denied applicants can reapply for the following Fall semester by submitting a new university application. If the applicant wishes to use his/her MSW material from the pervious year, he/she must send a letter to the MSW Admissions
Support Coordinator indicating the documents he/she would like to reuse. The applicant can add new material to their application as well. Transcripts are
NOT required to be sent to the University unless the applicant has taken classes outside SFSU after he/she has applied the pervious year.
Do we accept transfer students from other universities?
Students can transfer no more than 30 units from any other accredited social work school. Transfer students still have to go through the evaluation process like all other applicants. There is no automatic transfer.
For further queries, contact the School of Social Work - MSW Program by:
Mail :
San Francisco State University,
School of Social Work, HSS 227,
1600 Holloway Avenue,
San Francisco, CA 94132
Telephone : (415) 338-1005
E-mail : socwork@sfsu.edu
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