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If you are interested in applying to the BSW Program at UW-Eau Claire, review the application process below.

01
Apply to the University
  • Current UWEC students can skip to Step 2
  • Note: a valid UWEC ID and email address will be issued upon acceptance to the university when appropriate fees are paid. A UWEC ID and email are required to complete the social work application.
02
Complete Prerequisite Coursework

Students are invited to apply using the current admission to major requirements, as detailed in the catalog.

  • 30 credits earned
  • Completed SW 100 and SW 220* with grade C or better
  • Total GPA of 2.00
  • Completion of the university writing requirement

*Prior to taking SW 220, students will need to declare the social work major.

03
Apply to the Social Work Major

Applications to the major are accepted during a specific period of the Spring and Fall semesters. Application deadlines are typically 4pm on the third Friday of the semester in which you are applying. The application period for each semester will be announced in the weekly department newsletter for that semester.

Directions for submitting application:

The application period for each semester will be announced in the weekly newsletter for that semester. Applications submitted outside the application period will not be reviewed.

  1. Go to https://eform.uwec.edu
  2. Log in with your university credentials
  3. Look at the top tabs and go to Start New Form
  4. In the <Select Dept> drop down, select Social Work
  5. Select SW - Application to Major
  6. Fill out the form accurately and be sure to include required attachments.
  7. Click the Submit button.

Decisions

Admitted students will be notified via email approximately one month from the application deadline.

Questions

We encourage you to meet with your ARCC advisor to go over any questions you may have. You can also email sowk55@uwec.edu. Further information can be found in the social work handbook.

Appeals

A student who wishes to appeal the decision of the admissions committee should follow the UWEC Student Academic Grievance procedures.

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Social Work Department

Human Sciences and Services 253
239 Water Street
Eau Claire, WI 54701
United States