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....probably watch your use of the word 'retarded' next time

I honestly think in choosing interview candidates that it is a multi-dimensional situation in which you could not attribute the difference to specialization vs. scholarship. Like academic programs, employers place a lot of weight on how well you 'fit' with their organization. I would say the York funding package is pretty 'generous'. Personally, I have been offered minimum $9000 in assistantships and $6000 in scholarship for the advanced standing program. It is also important to note that York tuition is $1800 per term- only $5400 for the degree.

You can definitely name that you received an assistantship and/or scholarship on your resume...

I was accepted through myfile- I accepted the offer and it says they will mail a letter and financial offer

After a long wait, I have now received acceptance to the Advanced Standing program at York. I am very excited. Good luck to everyone still waiting!

The majority of schools in Ontario only offer MSW programs for BSW graduates (Lakehead, Laurentian, McMaster, Waterloo, Western, and Ryerson).

I think McMaster just goes through the process faster than other universities. I know someone who is currently in the program and received acceptance in January last year. Also I think the program is smaller than some of the larger and more popular programs discussed here. I am very excited to know I have somewhere to go in fall, I would also hope that all successful applicants to all programs are 'outstanding'. I don't think going the SSW route would be the best choice. A one or two year BSW would be more advantageous and provide you with experience. Also because SSW is a para-profession the experience you get in that field will be at that level (not degree level social work). If you don't want to do more applications this year then maybe you should take the year off to volunteer at multiple organizations and seek social work- related employment either part time or full time. A lot of experience can be considered as "related" to social work and benefit your application.

Hello everyone. I've been following along with the discussion here, but never really felt the need to contribute. I am currently completing my BSW at Laurentian University. I applied to McMaster and York (Advanced Standing) for Fall 2013. Today I received acceptance to McMaster's program. I was shocked because I didn't expect to hear for while. I haven't seen a lot of other people talking about Mac, but I am definitely relieved to have heard back already. It will likely be awhile waiting for York now. Best of luck to everyone waiting it out!