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Application Deadline Date	Spring Semester: Priority Deadline: October 15 Application Deadline: December 1 (or when the cohort is full) Fall Semester: Priority Deadline: May 15 Application Deadline: July 1 (or when the cohort is full)
Degree	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
Minimum GPA	A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. GPAs lower than 3.0 may still be considered based on prior work experience and strong references.
Transcripts	Official copies of all college transcripts.
Additional Requirements	Three professional references An up-to-date resume or CV
Personal Essay/Narrative	Applicants are required to address five essay prompts, which constitute a substantial component of the application for the online Master of Social Work (MSW) program. The Faculty Admissions Committee uses these essays to evaluate both your writing proficiency and academic preparedness, as well as to gain a deeper understanding of your unique qualifications. We encourage applicants to refrain from submitting overly concise or underdeveloped responses. Instead, we seek well-elaborated and comprehensive narrative essays for each question, demonstrating your best professional writing skills and allowing you to effectively communicate your thoughts and experiences. Describe your academic and professional background and life experiences as they relate to your interest in the profession of social work. Include any specific work or volunteer experience you have had in helping other persons. Explain how these experiences have contributed to your decision to pursue graduate study in the profession of social work. Describe any life, volunteer, work, or school experiences that have contributed to your understanding of and desire to work with vulnerable or marginalized groups, ethnic and cultural minorities, and other diverse populations. Discuss your understanding of the social work profession and address how your experience and character will benefit you in becoming an effective social worker. What skills and knowledge do you want to develop through your social work education? What do you currently see as your strengths and limitations? Why is the MSW online program at the Facundo Valdez School of Social Work at NMHU a good fit for you? What is your interest in working with rural and/or tribal populations in New Mexico or similar communities? Share how you plan to manage and fulfill your advanced field practicum requirements totaling 448 hours (5000-level practicum) and 480 hours (6000-level practicum) over four semesters (averaging 16-22 hours per week)? It’s important to note that the first-year placement, covering the initial two semesters, requires 448 hours, while the second-year placement, encompassing the subsequent two semesters, requires 480 hours – totaling 928 cumulative hours. Additionally, these practicum hours must be completed in blocks of at least four (4) continuous hours each. The practicums require students to commit to an average of 16 hours per week (during the Fall and Spring semesters) and between 19- 22 hours per week (during the Summer semester)

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Transfer Credit

The Online MSW program does not accept transfer credits.

When to Apply

We offer two start dates per year, in August and January. You can submit your application at any time. If you’re ready to take the next step, submit your online application today. Call 855-985-0689 if you have any questions.

Application Filing Period

Term	Priority Date	Final Deadline
Spring semester	By October 15	By December 1
Fall semester	By May 15	By July 1