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Dear Potential Applicant,
We are pleased that you are considering the Master of Social Work Program at California State University, Dominguez Hills! Our program prides itself on being the first and only known MSW program in the country that undergirds its curriculum with an explicit focus on Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality. Thus, our program produces social workers who practice anti-racism and social justice through a critical, intersectional lens. We encourage you to browse our website and attend one of our information sessions to familiarize yourself with our application process and criteria, and learn more about what our unique program has to offer.
Admission to the Master of Social Work program is limited to the fall semester of each academic year only; we do not offer spring or summer enrollment. Applications are reviewed using a rolling admissions process, and will be reviewed on a first come first serve basis until spaces are filled. Incomplete or late application materials may not be forwarded for review.
Applications for Fall 2024 will be accepted starting October 1st, 2023. Our information sessions are held on a monthly basis from September - January. Attendance at an information session is highly recommended.
For instructions on how to apply, please click on the link below:
Fall 2024 Program and Application Guide
For admissions questions pertaining to the Master of Social Work Program, please email Professor Camille Henderson, Admissions Coordinator for the Department of Social Work at:
The CSUDH MSW Program Admissions Committee welcomes applicants that can demonstrate high academic achievement and potential for professional social work practice.
Students must have completed a bachelor's degree with a liberal arts background (recommended) from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants who are in the last phase of degree completion are eligible to apply.
Prerequisite Coursework
Our 2-year, full time and 3-year, part-time program options have slightly different tuition costs. The 3-year course of study is a self-support degree option (not funded by state tax revenue). Therefore, tuition for the 3-year, part time option reflects a slightly higher rate than the full-time program option. Please contact the CSUDH Financial Aid Office for information regarding current tuition rates and questions about financial aid for the 3-year, part-time option. Up-to-date tuition information is also shared at our Information sessions.
We strongly encourage potential applicants to come to one of our information sessions and learn more about:
Prospective students will also be able to have their questions answered and meet a member of the Department of Social Work faculty. If you would like to attend one of our information sessions, please contact the Department of Social Work at (310) 243-3170 or RSVP online.