Office of Admissions
A Social work education
LIKE NO OTHER
At the UW School of Social Work, we focus on delivering leading-edge learning opportunities that engage and transform students inside and outside of the classroom. Here, you can select from top-notch academic offerings, work with renowned social work scholars, and participate in community-based projects, making a real impact on people’s lives
The BASW program trains students for positions in the helping professions and prepares them to take action against injustice and inequalities.
The MSW program provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to innovate, lead, and practice in a world with complex social challenges.
The doctoral program offers a rich learning experience with interdisciplinary collaboration, faculty mentorship, and hands-on research opportunities.
CONNECT WITH US
Thank you for your interest in learning about admission to the School of Social Work! Please note that unless otherwise noted, our advising appointments and information sessions will be held virtually. Our small team does its best to meet the needs of all prospective students and we offer a number of ways prospective students can get connected with our learning community!
Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 206-543-5676 or send us an email at uwsocialwork@uw.edu. Our team looks forward to hearing from you!
Hours & Availability
SAT & SUN: Closed | MON & FRI: Remote | TUE – THURS: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Our office will be closed on the following dates: May 25th, June 12, June 19th, September 7th
Funding Your Education
Funding Your Education
The School of Social Work understands the financial challenges you may face in completing your social work education. We encourage prospective and current students to explore a wide range of funding opportunities to help pay for your social work education.
We encourage all applicants and students to complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) (or the WASFA if eligible). Completing the FAFSA is a requirement for many of our funding opportunities. UW’s FAFSA priority deadline is January 15th but you can submit it after this deadline as well.
NEW BASW Changemaker Scholarships
Apply for a Changemaker Scholarship!
Students often come to our program from communities that have experienced inequity, economic difficulty, or limited access to higher education. Tuition costs and high cost-of-living can cause students to work excessive hours, take on significant debt, or delay their education. We know that these barriers can deter or derail even capable and motivated learners.
These scholarships are designed to:
• Partially or fully cover remaining tuition costs for BASW students based on financial need (awards will range from $5,000 to $10,000 annually for 2 consecutive years; $10,000-$20,000 total)
• Allow students to focus on learning, practicum education, and community engagement
• Support students who might not otherwise be able to pursue a social work degree
• Recruit students into a rewarding, high-impact profession.
By reaching as many students as possible, this scholarship initiative recognizes that broad access—not just a few individual awards—is essential to building a strong, diverse, and effective social work profession.
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in student support awarded annually
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14
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american academy of social work & social welfare