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How to Apply

The admission cycle for Fall 2026 will begin on October 1, 2025 and end on January 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm PST. Students are admitted to the MSW programs during the Fall semester only. Prospective students must submit an application to both the University and the Department of Social Work. 

APPLY

Step 1: Review Application Instructions 

Please read the MSW program application instructions thoroughly prior to starting your application.  Application Instructions (Updated for Fall 2025)

Step 2: Apply to the University  

Begin your application to the University by submitting the online Cal State Apply application.

  • Be sure to:
    • Complete the application
    • Provide official transcripts by the deadline listed above
  • When selecting your program,
    • For the full-time MSW program, select the major of Social Work (Fullerton Graduate)
    • For the Flex MSW Program, select the major of Social Work (Fullerton Extension)

Cal State Apply

Step 3: Apply to the Department of Social Work

You must also complete a separate application to the CSUF Department of Social Work 

MSW Department Apply

IMPORTANT REMINDER

To be considered for admission, both applications must be submitted:

  1. The University Application via Cal State Apply (STEP 2)
  2. The Department of Social Work application (STEP 3)

Deadline: Both applications must be submitted no later than January 14, 2026, by 5:00 PM (PST).

Contact and Connect

If you have any questions before submitting your application, please contact:

Department of Social Work Admissions Coordinator:


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