How to Apply

Application to the Social Work Major

Overview
There are two options for completing the undergraduate social work major: 

• The first option is the two year undergraduate program, which is completed by the majority of students.
   
• The second option is the Career Acceleration Plan (CAP), which is completed over four quarters.

Two Year Undergraduate Program Criteria

In order to apply to the two year program, you must meet the following criteria prior to beginning the social work major in autumn quarter:
 

• Complete the pre-major required course work.
• Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
• Have volunteer or work experience assisting individuals, groups, or communities in need.

CAP Program Criteria

In order to apply to the CAP program, you must meet the following criteria prior to beginning the social work major in spring quarter:
 

• Complete the pre-major required course work.
• Earn a minimum of 120 credit hours.
• Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
• Have extensive volunteer or work experience assisting individuals, groups, or communities in need.

Application

All future major students must complete the major application, available in December.  

• The 2010 application will be available here in December. Please check in December for the current application. 

Applications must be submitted to Meghan Good (306-B Stillman Hall; 614-292-7591) by March 15th for the two year program and February 1st for the CAP program.  Applications received beyond the deadline will be considered if space permits.

If you are transferring into the social work major from another university or college, you must complete the application process to The Ohio State University as well as to the College of Social Work.