Instructions for the School of Social Work

Application fee: $50.00

Items 1-3 must be sent from the applicant directly to the Office of Graduate University Admissions:

1. The completed Graduate Application for Admission. Include your signature and the date.
2. Your completed typed essay. Be sure to attach the Graduate Essay Form to your typed essay. Refer to essay instructions for essay questions.
3. An application fee of $50. This fee is not refundable and is not credited on any subsequent bill. Checks or money orders should be made payable to Adelphi University. Adelphi alumni are not required to pay this fee. Adelphi alumni and U.S. veterans are not required to pay this fee.

Items 4-6 must be sent from the originating source or individual directly to the Office of University Graduate Admissions:

4. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. Failure to provide official transcripts from all schools attended will delay processing your application. If you previously attended Adelphi University, your Adelphi University transcript can be obtained by the Office of University Graduate Admissions.
5. Letters of reference. Provide your references with the Applicant's Letter of Reference Form (refer to the instructions for the form). Three letters are required for all degree programs.
6. Applicants for M.S.W. One-Year Residency Program. A letter from an employer documenting at least three years (within the last five years) of M.S.W. supervised paid employment.

Priority Application Dates

• M.S.W. and Certificate Programs: July 15 (fall); December 1 (spring)
• M.S.W. Advanced Standing Program: May 15 (fall admission only)
• Ph.D. Program: May 15 (fall admission only)

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