Application for Admission to Social Work Major

Provide a biographical sketch that includes the events that led to your interest in social work. *
Why do you want to major in social work? *
What areas of social work do you hope to enter? *
Give examples that show you are able to work with a variety of people in a variety of settings (volunteer work, jobs, social action, etc.). *

List organizations related to social work, social welfare or social conditions that you have belonged to (if any). *
List your hobbies or other interests. *
List any academic awards or other honors you have received. *
Do you have plans to go to graduate school? If yes, please elaborate on your plans. *
List other jobs you have had that have NOT been related to social work. *

Have you been hospitalized in the last year for a mental health condition? *

Yes No
If you have a diagnosed mental health condition, describe the discussions you have had with your mental health professional about your intention to become a social worker.
Disclosure Statement

Many states require licensing agencies to complete background checks with those applying for a professional licensure, including social work. Every state has a different process for handling criminal convictions and alcohol and/or drug use. Every applicant that is applying for the Social Work program at Briar Cliff University is given equal and fair consideration. This means that your criminal or substance use history is not necessarily considered as part of admission to the Social Work program at Briar Cliff University. These questions will serve to further advance our efforts in providing you with information and opportunities to overcome potential barriers in your career goals.

Do you have a misdemeanor or felony criminal record? If yes, please explain. *

Yes No
Do you or have you ever abused alcohol or other substances? *

Yes No
Have you been abstinent or involved in a recovery program for longer than a year? *

Yes No
Have you ever been dismissed from an undergraduate or graduate program for academic or non-academic reasons? If yes, please explain: *

Yes No
If you answered yes to either of the above questions regarding criminal and/or substance use history, please write a brief description of your personal growth and rehabilitation. *
If you answered yes to the above question regarding dismissal from an undergraduate or graduate program for academic or non-academic reasons, please explain. *
Please share any additional questions you have, including those about social work in general or BCU's social work program in particular.

Internship - By checking the box below, I understand that I will need to complete a 450-hour internship during the final semester of my senior year. I have the ability to make the adjustments in my work and home life to accommodate the completion of this requirement. *

Agree
Technology Requirements

Read Briar Cliff's technology requirements here.
By checking the box below, I confirm that I have read Briar Cliff's technology requirements and affirm that I have the necessary technology. *

Agree
Community Outreach - By checking the box below, I understand that I will need to reach out to social workers in the field in my community for the purposes of volunteering, mentorship, and internships. I have the ability to make the adjustments in my work and home life to accommodate the completion of these requirements. *

Agree
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