ariel1

I really think you already have quite a lot on your resume that would qualify you for admissions. If you really wanted to add something to your resume, I would recommend adding some research experience to it, whatever that may be. Otherwise, I would say you have very high chances of getting admitted. Good luck!

Hi @MSW-hopeful-2016 how can I find the FB group?

I volunteered at a community centre in the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver (marginalized population) for over 3 years (1 day/week) and fundraised for them while going through my undergrad. Additionally I have been volunteering for a CourtWatch program that looks at the efficacy of the specialized domestic violence courts in Ontario. Though I am not as involved anymore since starting work full time, I continue to help them with compiling and analyzing data. I am also currently on the grant writing and marketing team for another non-profit whose main focus is to help those experiencing domestic violence. I have been told that U of T highly values research so if you can get any kind of research experience it would be a plus.

Hi @riaveda. My GPA was on the average side as was my research methods course (both along the B+ line). However, I think what made me stand apart is all of the volunteer work I completed throughout university and now.

Hi MSDOULBEU, I found out by calling her and asking if there were any additional documents that we were able to formally submit (I know that some schools allow you to submit more references, etc.). She told me the only things you could submit was an updated transcript (which you knew) and an updated resume, if there is additional work/volunteer experiences you wanted to include. It does make sense if you consider that some applicants, like myself, have been out of school for a few years now. I sent my updated resume three days ago via e-mail to the admissions e-mail (which is also managed by Angela). Let me know if you have any other questions

Long time observer, first time poster...I received a call this afternoon from Angela notifying me of my acceptance to U of T's 2-year MSW program. Good luck to everyone else still on the wait-list. If this is helpful in anyway, you are able to send Angela and updated resume to highlight any additional activities you have completed since you first submitted your application. I began volunteering right after applying so I feel like this may have been a contributing factor to getting off the wait-list.