One question that often pops up on grad school applications is: "How are you prepared to meet the demands of grad school?" Admissions committees want to know that you can handle the rigor of the program and are seeking assurance that you have the resilience, determination, and skills necessary to excel in the demanding environment of graduate school.

Wilfrid Laurier University is a popular choice for Master of Social Work applicants in Canada, and our team at MSW Helper has supported hundreds of MSW applicants with their application forms. This guide will walk you through how to complete the Experience Form, Statement of Interest, and Critical Analysis of a Social Justice Issue.

Many applicants’ desire to pursue a career in social work is driven by their lived experiences. Personal experiences are valid and can be used to strengthen your statement when done correctly. In this article, I will discuss how to include personal experiences in your statement and what to avoid.

There are many Master of Social Work programs, which means many options exist when applying to pursue this degree. However, MSW applications are expensive and extensive, so reviewing the various programs and applying them to those that work best for you is important. Here are a few questions to ask yourself when evaluating programs:

Are you considering applying to a MSW program, but unsure if you should go the course-based or thesis-based route? The purpose of this post is to provide clarity about the difference between both tracks and what you should consider when selecting a path. The structure of a course-based versus a thesis-based program may differ depending on the school, but they will relatively follow a similar approach.

This post contains a list of scholarships and bursaries that MSW students across the USA may apply for. Note that this list includes application deadlines, location requirements, and a brief overview of the scholarship requirements and funding amount, as well as links to learn more about each program.

This article contains a list of scholarships and bursaries that MSW students across Canada may apply for. Note that this list includes application deadlines, location requirements, and a brief overview of the scholarship requirements and funding amount, as well as links to learn more about each program.

Are you considering applying to a Master of Social Work graduate program but worried about your low grades? Don't let that hold you back! Although it varies depending on the school, MSW admissions committees generally look at applications holistically. That is why they require more than just your academic transcripts.

Receiving that first rejection from a Master of Social Work (MSW) program was a gut-wrenching experience. It felt as if the result of my passion, strong academic record, and the vast range of experiences I had gained were suddenly insignificant. The doubts crept in, and I questioned whether I had overestimated my abilities or misunderstood my calling in social work.

As an Application Advisor at MSW Helper, I have edited many personal statements. Each statement I edit is unique because each applicant has different skills, experiences, and interests within the field. However, while editing personal statements, I have noticed that I often make several key edits on many statements. I also made many of these mistakes on my personal statement when I applied to my MSW as well! I have compiled a list of tips to improve your personal statement based on these key areas for improvement.