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Ph.D. Admission Information

PhD Program Application Requirements:

IMPORTANT:  Please email the Director at madamek@iupui.edu to let her know when you have submitted your application online.

  1. On-line graduate application http://www.iupui.edu/~gradoff/admissions/
  2. Undergraduate and master's transcripts. Graduate GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
  3. GRE test scores taken within the last five years. Institution Code: 1325, Social Work Code: 5001
  4. A personal statement (about 750 words) outlining the applicant's reasons and preparation forseeking a PhD in social work. (Submitted as part of the online application).
  5. Three letters of reference. (Can be submitted online preferably from former instructors).
  6. A professional resume.
  7. A scholarly writing sample.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1.


PreDoc Option Application Requirements:

  1. Complete the on-line Graduate Non-Degree application http://www.iupui.edu/%7egradoff/gnd/
    • Click on the link to Graduate Non-Degree Application Process
    • Click on GND On-line Instructions and Application
    • Click on Graduate Non-Degree University Application
    • Create new guest account
    • Under Academic Intentions, select “to complete Prerequisites for future enrollment in a degree program”
    • Under Intended Program and Plan, “Academic Program” – pick SWK PreDoc.  Under Plan – pick PreDoc
  2. Official copies of all baccalaureate- and master's-level transcripts.  A graduate GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
  3. A 500-word written statement that outlines the applicant's reasons for seeking enrollment in the Pre-Doc program.
  4. One letter of reference, preferably from a former instructor.
  5. A professional resume.
  6. A scholarly writing sample. 
  7. If you have any questions, please contact the Administrative Assistant.

APPLICATION DEADLINES:  Application deadline is November 1 for Spring admission and May 1 for Fall Admission.