Wilfrid Laurier University, Master of Social Work [M.S.W], Eligibility, Application Deadline, Fee Details, Scholarships

Requirement Type

Details

Department Name

Department of Social Work

Academic Qualification

• A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution, with a minimum B (73-76 percent) in the final year.
• Three-year degree with significant relevant work experience may be considered.

Academic Background

Minimum of four full social science courses and a half-credit course in research methodology.

Experience

• Evidence of paid and/or voluntary experience in human service organizations.
• Awareness of contemporary social issues and social work values.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Motivation for a career as a professional social worker.

GPA Calculation

Additional courses after the bachelor's degree will count towards the final year GPA, which must be a B average (73-76 percent) for admission consideration.

Exemptions

• Maximum Courses: Up to two half-credit core courses for MSW Regular Track; one for Advanced Standing.
• Eligibility: Similar graduate-level courses completed in the last 5 years with a minimum grade of B.
• Application Requirement: Requests must be submitted before admission with all documentation.
• Syllabus Requirement: Full course syllabus required; non-English documents need a translated version.
• Approval Process: Recommendations by Associate Dean, MSW Programs; approved by AVP/Dean of Graduate Studies.

Substitutions

• Maximum Courses: Up to two courses for MSW Regular Track programs.
• Eligibility: Similar courses with a minimum grade of B, including undergraduate or graduate courses taken over 5 years ago.
• Syllabus Requirement: Full course syllabus required; non-English documents need a translated version.
• Approval Process: Recommendations by Associate Dean, MSW Programs; approved by AVP/Dean of Graduate Studies.

English Proficiency Test

• IELTS (Academic / IELTS Online): Overall 6.5 No band score below 6.0.
• TOEFL iBT / TOEFL iBT Home Edition: 83 Minimum of 20 in each skill (speaking, writing, reading, listening).
• Paper-based TOEFL: 560.
• PTE: 59.
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): 70.
• English for Academic Success (EFAS): Level 400 with a minimum final score of 75% N/A

Required Documents

• Completed Application Form.
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions.
• Proof of English Proficiency Test.
• Letters of recommendation.
• Statement of purpose.
• Resume or CV.
• Copy of your passport.
• Work Experience Documents (If Have Relevant to Course)

Application Form

Application Fee

$ 150

Course Credits

36