FAQs for MSW Program
What financial assistance is available?
Applicants are encouraged to complete FASFA forms because many scholarships are need-based and you cannot be considered if you have not completed a FASFA. Financial Aid information here: https://ninercentral.charlotte.edu/financial-aid-loans/four-steps-financial-aid
General Scholarships: There are some scholarships available through the University, College of Health and Human Services, and School of Social Work. For more information, visit the UNC Scholarship portal at: http://scholarships.charlotte.edu/
Stipends related to Internships: There are very few agencies that offer stipends for practicum placements, but there are a few.
Graduate Assistants: The School of Social Work employs a limited number of Graduate Assistants for approximately 10 hours per week at an hourly rate. Contact Dr. Travis Hales, MSW Program Director, for more information. There also may be other assistantships available on campus. For more information on those, see the Graduate School’s webpage at: http://graduateschool.charlotte.edu/funding
Primarily, loans are available to help fund your graduate education. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
When will I hear back with a decision?
Applicants who meet the January 15th annual deadline are notified of the decision of admission, denial, or waitlist via a letter in the Graduate School portal sometime between mid February to the end of March.
The waiting list is rank-ordered by the committee and offers of admission are made on a space-available basis. Applicants for summer admission are notified of final decisions no later than May 1st and applicants for fall admission are notified of final decisions no later than August 1st.
Where do your graduates find employment?
The School of Social Work has a positive reputation in the Charlotte community. Alumni can be found all over the region engaging in direct practice and in supervisory roles. Our graduates have gone to be social workers in schools, hospitals/MD offices, Department of Social Services, hospice and home health care agencies, health departments, trauma centers, shelters, domestic violence centers, as counselors and much more. Graduates of the MSW Program may also pursue state licensure or certification. View our ‘About the Program’ page about halfway down to view some spotlights of our alumni.
Who should I contact if I have questions about my application?
The UNC Charlotte Office of Graduate Admissions will receive your online application and hold it until all of the components are in. If you are wondering if a transcript, for instance, has been received track your application status in the application portal. If you have questions after checking the application system, please contact the Graduate School at gradcounselor@uncc.edu.