Application: Doctor of Social Work

This form is for individuals applying to the Doctor of Social Work program at the University of New England College of Professional Studies. All applicants must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program. Ideal applicants will have a (minimum) 3.0 GPA in their MSW and two years of post-MSW clinical experience. Applicants who are close to meeting these requirements are still encouraged to apply and may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Disclaimer: The University of New England does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disabling conditions in violation of federal or state civil rights laws of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Personal Information:

First Name

Middle Intial

Last Name

Preferred Name

Country of Residence

Pronouns

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Email Address

Secondary Email Address

Phone Number

Please text me with updates on my application (Opt In).

Date of Birth

Gender

Country of Birth

Citizenship

Native Language

Are you Hispanic/Latino?

Select one of the following ethnicities that best describe you

Are you U.S. Military or Veteran?

Spouse or dependent of a current U.S. Military Service member or Veteran?

Education Information

Prior Academic Institution

Degree Conferred

Attended From (year)

Attended To (year)

Current Employer

What term do you want to start the Doctor of Social Work program?

Additional Background Information

Have you ever held a professional license?

NoYes

Please explain and include date and state.

Has your professional license ever been suspended or revoked?

NoYes

Please explain and include date and state.

Have you ever been convicted, as an adult, of a felony or entered a plea of "no contest" to a criminal charge?

NoYes

Please explain and include date and state.

Supplemental Materials

Transcript: Please request your official transcripts to be sent to us from your MSW degree. Those can be sent electronically to onlineadmissions@une.edu OR they can be mailed to us at:

UNE College of Professional Studies
ATTN: Online Admissions
716 Stevens Avenue
Portland, ME 04103

If you would like to upload an unofficial copy of your transcript to expedite the review process, please do so below.

Resume

Essay: Please provide a 750-1000 word (1-3 pages double spaced)

Statement of Purpose & Educational Goal that addresses the following prompts:

o Please summarize your social work experience and why you think a DSW will enhance your overall social work career.

o Please identify which concentration you will be focusing on and explain how this will enhance your overall social work career.

o Discuss the area of social work that you will be focusing on as part of your capstone project.

Verification of Supplemental Information

I certify that all of the information submitted in my application for admission is my own work, true and correct. I understand that any falsification of materials may result in refusal of admission, or dismissal from the university. To the best of my knowledge and belief, the information provided is complete and accurate. I realize that failure to disclose fully and accurately all facts relating to this application shall be grounds for dismissal from the University. If admitted, I pledge to comply with all rules and regulations of the University.
Please note that all information submitted to the University of New England as a part of the admission process - including the application, the personal essay, any supplements, letters of reference, and any other supporting materials - become the property of the institution and will not be returned or accessible to the individual.

Please type your full name as an electronic signature.

Contact Information