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Cal State Apply Guide (We will update the link when it is available. Please review before starting Cal State Apply application). 

It is highly recommended to submit an application to 91吃瓜 through before November 15 in order to be issued an 91吃瓜 ID# in-time and needed to meet the deadline.

Applicants need to allow for a minimum of 5-10 business days for 91吃瓜 to create and email you your 91吃瓜 ID#.

-Please note that if you are not issued an 91吃瓜 ID# you can still complete the MSW Application. In these situations, please enter nine zeros (000000000) as your 91吃瓜 ID# in the MSW Application.

-Please also note that you will need both the CAS ID# and 91吃瓜 ID# to submit your MSW Application.

A 10-digit Cal State Apply ID# (CAS ID#) will be sent to your email after submitting your Cal State Apply application.

*Do not submit your personal statement through Cal State Apply. 

*Do not submit your work experience and resume through Cal State Apply

*If you are applying to other MSW programs, please check their requirements as their requirements may differ.

Submit an application to the School of Social Work through the MSW Program Application Portal (This link will be updated when admission begins). Submission deadline is TBD.

*You can start the application process once the portal opens, but both a CAS ID# and a 91吃瓜 ID# are ultimately required to submit the application.

* Cal State Apply Portal opens TBD.

* MSW Program Portal opens TBD.

Applicants must provide complete information through the 91吃瓜 MSW Application Portal including the following:

1. Contact, demographic, academic, and other background information.

2. Listing of social work-related experience

Paid employment or volunteer experience related to social welfare or human services, or in a position requiring skills relevant to work with underserved or marginalized populations, completed by the time of application. Please note that retail experience does not count as social work experience.

3. Current resume

Please include a current resume with your application. It should cover the following sections:

• Education: List all educational institutions you've attended, including dates of attendance, graduation dates, and any degrees awarded.
• Experience: Detail your work history, volunteer roles, and internships. For each entry, provide the employer or agency name, dates of employment, your key responsibilities, and the average hours you worked per week.
• Skills: Include any relevant skills or qualifications, such as language proficiency and your level of fluency, additional certification or training.

4. Recommendations Forms

You are required to submit three forms (letters) of recommendation through the MSW online application portal. Please choose individuals who can speak to your qualifications, and evaluate your ability to succeed in a graduate academic program and your suitability for the social work profession.

Your recommenders will submit their evaluations directly to your online application. When you apply, you'll provide their email addresses, and our system will send them an automated link to submit their recommendation form (letters are optional). All recommendations must be received by the deadline specified in the form. For this process, it is recommended to use your recommender's professional or corporate email address.

Choosing your recommenders: we strongly encourage you to seek recommendations from professionals who know you well, such as professors, managers, or supervisors. However, it's not a requirement that your recommenders come from these specific categories. Please note that recommendations from relatives and friends will not be considered.

Tips for a Smooth Process:

• Contact Your Recommenders Early: It's a good idea to contact your recommenders beforehand to confirm their availability and correct email address. Let them know they will receive an email from our application system asking them to submit their recommendation online.
• Keep Them Informed: Be sure to remind them of the application deadline so their submission is on time.
• Track Your Status: After you submit your application, you can check your Application Status page to see when your recommendations have been received and follow up with your recommenders if needed.

5. Personal statement

Write a personal statement that responds to the prompts provided below.

• Length: Your statement should be no more than 3,000 words. We recommend using a word counter to ensure you stay within the limit.
• Font and Spacing: Please use a standard, readable font like Times New Roman or Arial in 12-point size.
• Your statement should be double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides.

Your personal statement should address and answer the following questions:

• How has your personal background and experience influenced your decision and preparation to become a social worker? If you have faced adversity and/or challenges in your life (e.g. trauma, addiction, immigration/acculturation experiences, mental illness, etc.) please explain how you have overcome these challenges and are now prepared for graduate studies.
• How has your professional background and experience influenced your decision and preparation to become a social worker? More specifically, what have been your experiences with and/or thoughts about working with diverse populations to promote social justice? Examples of diversity may include, but are not limited to, people of different abilities, sexualities, races, countries of origin, genders, and/or socio-economic status.
• Describe some of the harms and/or opportunities you have experienced because of your identities, as an individual and as a member of communities and groups. Examples may include, but are not limited to, experiences of privilege and oppression based on race, class, gender, sexuality, ability and/or country of origin.
• What are your professional goals? In light of those goals, discuss what your contributions will be to society or the profession, especially in terms of our program鈥檚 mission emphasizing culturally competent (culturally sensitive) practice with Latinx, other minority groups, and those communities, groups, families, and individuals who are disenfranchised, oppressed, and/or marginalized?
• What are the strengths that you will bring to the program?  Please also identify areas of growth that will enable you to become an effective social worker. Examples of strengths include, but are not limited to, communication skills, leadership abilities, personal characteristics, unique experiences, etc. Areas of growth include, but are not limited to, needing additional experience with certain populations, character development, maturity, ability to deal with crisis etc.

6. Writing sample

Please upload a sample of your best writing. We want to see a clear demonstration of your writing and analytical skills.

We don鈥檛 have a preference for certain types of submissions, but the most important factor is that you believe it represents your best work. We are aware that some applicants may not have access to their academic papers

Here is a list of preferred submissions.

• A paper written for an upper-division or graduate-level course that was graded by a professor.
• A professional report or publication that you wrote for work.
• Any other piece of writing you believe is an excellent example of your work.

If you do not have an existing writing sample that represents the above options, you may write one specifically for this application.

Submit an official transcript from all undergraduate institutions attended to the Graduate Admissions and Program Evaluation (GAPE) office by TBD. Contact information for GAPE is as follows:

Phone: (408) 924-2480

Email: graduate@sjsu.edu

Address: Graduate Admissions and Program Evaluation
               San Jose State University
               One Washington Square
               San Jose, CA 95192

Electronic transcripts should be sent to etranscript@sjsu.edu. Please do not send you transcripts to the School of Social Work.

Current 91吃瓜 and prior 91吃瓜 students do not need to submit their 91吃瓜 transcripts to the GAPE office.  

Please note that international students may have different requirements. Please contact GAPE for further instructions and information.

Applicants for admission to the Regular MSW Program (non-Advanced Standing) must demonstrate academic preparation and professional commitment to social work. Applicants must have:

Undergraduate Degree. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited university in any field.

2.50 GPA or Better. Applicants must have achieved a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 (this is officially evaluated by the 91吃瓜 GAPE office).

Social Work Related Experience. Applicants should preferably have significant volunteer, internship, and/or paid work experience with groups such as Latinos, African Americans, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, and other marginalized, oppressed, or disadvantaged groups.

Liberal Arts Foundation. Applicants must have a foundation in liberal arts, usually achieved through general education or major coursework in the humanities, arts, and social sciences. Your transcripts must demonstrate this foundation.

TOEFL and IELTS (if applicable). 550 minimum paper-based, 80 minimum internet, or 213 computer-based TOEFL Score or 6.5 Minimum IELTS Score.

*Those who do not possess a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a post-secondary institution where English is the principal language of instruction must receive a minimum score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). All applicants, regardless of citizenship, whose preparatory education was principally in a language other than English, must demonstrate competence in English. 

Applicants for admission to the Advanced Standing MSW Program must demonstrate greater academic preparation and professional commitment to social work. Applicants must have:

Bachelor鈥檚 degree in social work from a program accredited by CSWE at the time of admission or within the last seven years.

A minimum grade point average of 3.5 and minimum grade of A- in all BSW/BASW (social work major) courses.

At least 400 hours of recent social work related experience (cumulative internship, paid, or volunteer experience) in addition to the minimum internship hours requirement for the BSW/BASW degree.

An English language proficiency test is required if a student's baccalaureate was earned outside of the US. Applicants must satisfy the school鈥檚 minimum requirements. 550 minimum paper-based, 80 minimum internet, or 213 computer-based TOEFL Score or 6.5 Minimum IELTS Score.

As also described in the MSW Application Portal, Advanced Standing applicants must submit their BSW/BASW Field Internship evaluations and pass a personal interview as part of their application process.

*Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the Advanced Standing option. Advanced Standing applicants may also be considered for admission into one of the regular MSW Program options if they indicate that in the MSW Program application. Applicants who believe that they meet most of the criteria listed above may request a review.

Please visit the Bursar's page for additional information.

Attending graduate school and the Online/Hybrid Program involves more significant financial planning compared to the On-Campus Program.

We are reiterating information about planned *fee increases that is listed on the official 91吃瓜 PaCE website. The planned fee increases are as follows:

Fall 2026 to Summer 2027: $662 Per Unit

Fall 2027 to Summer 2028: $695 Per Unit

Fall 2028 to Summer 2029: $729 Per Unit

*Fees are expected to increase by 5% in each subsequent academic year starting in Fall 2025. 91吃瓜 makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum; however, fees listed in published schedules may need to be increased to maintain the high quality of education we offer and are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the campus President, as appropriate.

For more information on planned fee increases please visit the Online/Hybrid MSW Program page.

No, we do not require the GRE

For your application, we highly encourage that at least one letter of recommendation be provided by a current or former professor. This allows us to gain valuable insight into your academic performance, intellectual capabilities, and potential for success in graduate-level studies. While a letter from a professor is strongly encouraged, it is not a mandatory requirement.

Additional recommenders may include an employer, supervisor, or volunteer coordinator who can speak to your professional conduct, work ethic, leadership abilities, commitment to service, and relevant experiences within social justice or human services contexts. To maintain objectivity, we advise against submitting letters from family members, friends, or personal therapists. Please choose recommenders who can offer specific and detailed insights into your qualifications for the MSW program.

Applicants should frequently check their 91吃瓜 admissions status on-line through My91吃瓜 to confirm if your 91吃瓜-level application has been processed or if materials are missing. The MSW Program will notify you of the status of your program application via our designated online system.

The MSW Program Admissions Committee will notify applicants as soon as possible after the admission decision has occurred. The usual notifications are from February to as late as July 1.

Students who have taken CSWE accredited MSW-level courses at other universities (within the past 7 years) may request a transfer of a maximum of 12 units of credit.  The process for unit transfer can only occur after an applicant is accepted into the program, and final decisions are made at the University level.

Students admitted to either the On-Campus or Online/Hybrid programs cannot switch between the programs; they must enroll in the program to which they were admitted.

Students are advised to determine, prior to enrollment, whether the program meets licensure requirements in the State or Territory if the student decides to practice outside of California. Each state may have multiple requirements that must be met. Because licensure requirements are subject to change, all prospective licensees should visit the social work regulatory website of the states they plan to practice on a regulator basis.

Please allow allow for a minimum of 5-10 business days for 91吃瓜 to create and email you your 91吃瓜 ID# and CAS ID#

The MSW application requires the 91吃瓜 ID number. If you are not issued ID#s by MSW application deadline (most likely Dec 1), please enter nine zeros (000000000) as your 91吃瓜 ID# and ten zeros as your CAS ID# in the MSW application. 

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