Transcript E komo mai! Welcome to the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Myron B.

E komo mai!
Welcome to
the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work
BSW Program
Application
Information
For Admission
Quick Index
Getting started
Helpful Links
Application Process
List of SSW
Application Materials &
Deadline Date
Admissions
Requirements
Knowledge Base
Course Requirements
Advising
Helpful Links &
Ways to Get Involved!
Information for
International Students
Frequently Asked
Questions
Mahalo for your interest in our BSW program!
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Prospective students may apply for admission during either the Fall
or Spring semester of each school year. This presentation can assist
you in understanding the process for admissions into the UHM
Bachelors of Social Work Program. Please be sure to carefully
review the most current UH Mānoa Catalog, and the School of
Social Work Bulletin before applying for admission.
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Helpful websites:
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UHM Undergraduate Admissions:
http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/undergrad/
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International Student Services: www.hawaii.edu/issmanoa
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Financial Aid: www.hawaii.edu/fas
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Tuition information: http://manoa.hawaii.edu/records/tuition_fees/
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Housing: www.housing.hawaii.edu/
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My UH website: www.hawaii.edu/myuh/manoa
BSW Program ~ Application Process
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You will need to complete 2 separate applications.
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The University of Hawai‘i System Admission Application,
application fee ($70), official transcripts & related materials
must be sent to:
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Office of Admissions & Records
2600 Campus Road, Room 001
Honolulu, HI 96822-2385
You can apply online at:
http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/undergrad/apply/
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The Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work Application,
official transcripts, & related materials must be sent to:
BSW Admissions Office
Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
1800 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI 96822
Application information and forms may be obtained from the BSW
Admissions Office or online at http://www.hawaii.edu/sswork/bswforms.html.
BSW Application Materials
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The School of Social Work Application materials include
the following:
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SSW Application form
Statistical Information form
Personal Statement
3 Letters of Recommendation
1 official transcript from EVERY college & university
attended in signed & sealed envelopes
BSW APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Fall admission: FEBRUARY 1ST
Spring (early) admission: OCTOBER 1ST
Your application needs to be complete with all requested
materials before it can be processed for evaluation.
BSW Admission Requirements
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To be considered, applicants must:
 Have been admitted to the University of Hawai‘i at
Mānoa;
 Have completed the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
general education core requirements;
 Have completed the knowledge-base courses identified
by the Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work with a
grade of C or better;
 Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5;
and
 Provide evidence of motivation for and commitment to
social work (e.g., personal, volunteer, and/or social work–
related experience).
Required Knowledge Base Courses
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PHIL 110 OR 111 – can also use to fulfill FS requirement
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Any Psychology course
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Any introductory Political Science course
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Any Biological Science course emphasizing human biology
(see Approved list of courses - http://www.hawaii.edu/sswork/bswprog.html) – some courses can be “double-dipped” to also fulfill DB
requirement
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SW 200 The Field of Social Work – Orientation to the profession
of social work; historical development, values and philosophy, scope and
aims.
Advising
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Pre-BSW Students
 For help applying to the Myron B. Thompson School of
Social Work, clarification on the General Education
and/or Knowledge Base course requirements, or any
other questions, please e-mail [email protected] to
schedule an appointment with the BSW Peer Advisor.
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BSW Students
 If in need of advising, please call (808) 956-3830 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment.
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You may also access the BSW Advising Sheet, BSW Sample
4-year Plan, List of Approved Biological Science Courses for
the Knowledge Base Requirement, and other helpful
resources at: http://www.hawaii.edu/sswork/bsw-forms.html
Info. for International Applicants
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Please review the UHM admission policies and requirements at:
http://manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/undergrad/apply/international.html
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Other useful links:
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TOEFL Website: http://www.ets.org/toefl/
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IELTS Website: http://www.ielts.org/
International Student Services: http://www.hawaii.edu/issmanoa/
English Language Institute: http://www.hawaii.edu/eli/
East-West Center
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The East-West Center promotes better relations and understanding among
the people and nations of the United States, Asia, and the Pacific through
cooperative study, research, and dialogue.
http://www.eastwestcenter.org/home/
Ways to Get Involved!
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University of Hawaii/School of Social Work
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BSW Organization
Hā Kūpuna: National Resource Center for Native Hawaiian Elders
Social Work Practice in Mental Health at the School of Social Work
University of Hawaii Center on Aging
Organizations
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The National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
National Association of Social Workers :: Hawai‘i Chapter
Council of Social Work Education (CSWE)
Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR)
FAQS
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Does the SSW accept faxed materials? No, we do not accept faxed materials.
Where do I send my completed applications?
Do I have to send my transcripts if I attend a UH system college? No, by
indicating in your application that you have attended a UH system college, the
School of Social Work will be able to retrieve this information from the
Banner system. However, all colleges outside of the UH system requires
official transcripts.
Can I get credit for work experience? No, but be sure to include this
information in your personal statement.
How much time does practicum take? In addition to the Junior Practicum
(SW 391), BSW students are required to complete a Senior practicum
(SW 490–491) during which students must complete a total of 450 hours
at an assigned agency for the academic year.
When will I receive my admission decision from the SSW? Decision letters
are generally sent to students sometime between mid-March through May for
Fall Admission, and between late Oct. through late Nov. for Spring
admissions.