Application Procedures for the Major

Deadlines for Submitting the Application

April 1: for students wishing to begin the major in the Fall semester *These students will complete the Major in 4 semesters.

November 1: for students wishing to begin the major in the following Spring semester *These students will complete the Major in 5 semesters.

In order to be eligible to apply to the Social Work Major you must:

Be accepted to Western Kentucky University. Visit the WKU Admissions Office for more info.
Have attained sophomore status at the time of application.**
Have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.50 minimum at the time of application.
Have completed or will be completing prerequisite classes at the time of application.

**Fall admission applicants: It is recommended to complete a minimum of 60 hours before admission to the BSW program. In this way, new majors will be enrolled in no more than 15 hours/semester for four semesters and will graduate when completing the BSW program.**

**Spring admission applicants: It is recommended to complete a minimum of 45 hours before admission to the BSW program. In this way, new majors will be enrolled in no more than 15 hours/semester for five semesters and will graduate when completing the BSW program.**

Please note that students can apply to the major with prerequisite classes in progress. See Social Work Major Course Descriptions for more detail.

Step 1

Review the BSW Program Overview Presentation

BSW Program Overview

Step 2

Read the Most Recent BSW Student Handbook

BSW Student Handbook

Step 3

Read the Code of Ethics

Code of Ethics

Step 4

Write a Personal/Professional Statement

Essay Instructions

Step 5

Access Academic Transcript

Step 6

Complete the Online Application

Upload Personal/Professional Statement
(Transfer students only) Upload unofficial academic transcript
Upload other relevant materials as needed (e.g., resume, explanation re: criminal charges [if applicable]*)

BSW Application

You may be requested to make an appointment with the BSW Program for a screening interview after your application is reviewed.

* Applicants who have been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation must provide background information describing the nature of the charges. This information is used to determine a student's ability to obtain an internship, assess possible barriers to completing the program, and/or implications for professional licensure.

Application Procedures for the Major

Deadlines for Submitting the Application

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BSW Links

BSW Program Options

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