General

• What does the "joint" in "Joint Master of Social Work" mean?
• Can I work while I'm in the program?

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Admissions

• Do I have to apply to both universities' graduate schools?
• How do I get an application?
• When is the application deadline?
• Do I have to have a BSW?
• What are the items you look at?
• What GRE score do you require?
• Where do I send my GRE scores? Which test do I take?
• My GPA is lower than your requirement. Is there anything I can do about this?
• I didn't take statistics/biology. Can I still apply?
• I'm not sure I meet the prerequisites. Can someone review my transcripts?
• Can I transfer credits from other programs?
• Do you have an advanced standing program?
• How can I make my application more attractive?
• How can I schedule an admissions interview?
• Can I visit campus and talk to some faculty?

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Financial Matters

• Where do I pay?
• Which campus do I go to for financial aid?
• Is there financial assistance for JMSW students?
• When do I apply for financial aid?
• How much is tuition?

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Field

• Who chooses field assignments?
• I don't live in Greensboro. Can my internship be in my city of residence?
• Can I do a field placement in my workplace?
• Do I need a car to do my internship?
• Are paid internships available?

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Social Work

• What is social work?
• Is social work the right field for me?

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Department of Social Work
268 Stone Building
PO Box 26170
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
Fax : (336) 334-5210
Tel. : (336) 334-4100
Email :UNCG-JMSW Administrative Assistant