SocialWGirl

Has anyone started a FB group for uoft msw?

Absolutely! I think I applied with over 6000 hours of experience. I’ve been working in the social work/social service work sector for around 5 years (including time during my undergrad). project coordinator for mental health x justice - 2240 hours youth addictions counsellor - 1680 hours youth developmental therapist - 320 hours geriatric support worker - 840 hours youth support worker - 700 hours child & youth worker assistant - 700 hours I also had around 500 hours volunteering at childcare centres, clinics, and in relevant university clubs. I completed two major senior research projects during my undergrad too, which I emphasized and I think that was around 200 hours or so. I didn’t apply straight out of undergrad, although I should have lol. I graduated in 2021 and had applied once for grad programs in 2022 but didn’t get accepted anywhere. At that time I was focused on applying to psychotherapy programs so I didn’t apply to any msw. This was my first time applying to msw and only at uoft and I was really surprised to get accepted as I know it’s extremely competitive. I think what worked for me was the work experience and emphasizing the skills I learned from each role. I also have a ton of relevant certifications from the roles I’ve held so I’m sure that was taken into consideration as well. From what I’ve heard, it’s quite uncommon for people to get accepted straight out of undergrad because these types of programs do really value experience, especially working with vulnerable populations which was my main focus. I also think it helped to emphasize the diversity of the experiences I’ve had - for example working in different settings (clinics, schools, community centres, homes, etc.) and working with diverse populations (children, teens, youth, young adults, adults, and seniors). In case you’re interested, I graduated with a HBSc in Psychology & Neuroscience, & minored in Biology. My final year gpa was around a 3.98. Hope this helps & hoping you get off the waitlist soon!!

Has anybody accepted their 2 year msw offer at uoft? Hoping to connect!

Yes I am!

For advanced standing I believe it’s indicated in the official acceptance letter uploaded to SGS. For 2-year you don’t choose until Jan I believe

I also received the official acceptance letter on SGS

Mine does too!

I saw the invite yesterday around 6pm after reading that some people got an invite notification. Not sure when they had actually updated the status on Acorn. Still no email or notification on SGS

Hi everyone! Just wanted to share that I also received an invite on Acorn for the MSW 2 year program at UofT! Hope to see some of you there