If you see yourself as a social work professional who is dedicated to your community, Pacific is your place.
Admissions
The Admissions Committee uses a holistic review process in considering applicants for admission, including factors such as:
Academic record
Community service and social work-related experience
Communication skills
Strength of interview
Ability to work as an effective team member
Letters of recommendation
Commitment to the profession
For further information regarding admissions, please contact Catherine Martin at msw@pacificu.edu.
MSW Advanced Standing Earn your Master of Social Work in just nine months with the advanced standing program.
Students who have earned a bachelor of social work degree (BSW) from a CSWE accredited program, no more than five years prior to beginning the MSW program, are eligible to apply for advanced standing. Field placements will be in the Portland Metro area.
Earned a BSW More than Five Years Ago? If students completed their bachelor's degree in social work more than five years before applying to the MSW program, they must demonstrate that they have engaged in continuing education and professional social work practice during a majority of the years since their undergraduate education. A BSW does not guarantee applicants admission to Pacific’s MSW program.
How to Apply Visit our website for instructions and to fill out the online application. If you have a question about certain courses or admissions information, please email msw@pacificu.edu
Prerequisite Coursework Specific courses are not required for the Master in Social Work Program. However, ideally, applicants will have completed a minimum or two courses from each of the following categories:
Natural science and mathematics
Social and behavioral sciences
Humanities and arts
Other Requirements
GPA of 3.0 or higher (Contact admissions if this is a concern)
Demonstrated English language proficiency is required of all applicants whose first language is not English
Ability to successfully pass a background check upon admission
GRE scores are not required
90–100
Average Number of Applications Received Each Year
60
Average Number Of Applicants Interviewed Each Year
3.0
average GPA
22–29+
Average age
10
Number of U.S. States Represented
1:24
Average Student TO FACULTY Ratio
In a word, we look for strength—but not just off-the-chart achievement in one area. We look for candidates with proven academic ability, strength of character, personality and leadership experience.
