How to Join Social Work in Action

  1. Attend an upcoming information session or visit our information session page to watch one on-demand.
  2. Submit your Social Work in Action Application.
  3. Receive your welcome letter.
  4. Complete the intake process.
  5. Attend the annual New Student Kickoff.

Apply to Social Work in Action

Applications are currently closed for the Social Work in Action pathway program. Our next application cycle will open on January 1. We encourage you to check back then and apply early!

To learn more about the pathway program, register for one of our virtual information sessions on February 11 or March 10.

If you’d like to be notified when applications open, complete our interest form.

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