Social Work
College of Health & Human Performance
Program Information
Graduate Program Contact
Application Deadlines
| Deadline Type | Fall Semester | Spring Semester | 1st Summer Session | 2nd Summer Session | 11-week Summer Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority | February 1st | ** | January 15th | ** | ** |
| Final | August 1st | * | May 1st | * | * |
Application deadlines are subject to change.
Application/Deadline Notes
The MSW 2-year regular pathway and 1-year advanced standing programs are offered on-campus in primarily a face-to-face format.
Term Options:
Fall Session Only: No Longer Accepting Applications for 2026
- Regular Pathway (Full Time) – 2 year on-campus program
First Summer Session Only: No Longer Accepting Applications for 2026
- Regular Pathway (Part Time) – 3 year online program
- Advanced Standing (Full Time) – 1 year on-campus program
- Advanced Standing (Part Time) – 3 year online program
If you are unsure which pathway to select, please contact the program at MSW@ECU.EDU before submitting your application.
Additional Information
Completed application
- Application Fee
- Official transcripts for all colleges/universities attended
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
NOTE: The MSW program does not award credit for life experience or previous work experience
Advanced Standing or Regular Pathway
The part-time pathway is not available to F1 student visa holders.