Accepted Students
Congratulations on your acceptance to the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work! We are delighted to welcome you to the Trojan Family.
Get Started at the USC Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
As an admitted Master of Social Work student you may have questions before confirming your enrollment. Here you will find all the information you need about the program, paying for your education and next steps. Our admissions team is available for personalized guidance so please reach out to an admissions counselor with any additional questions.
Learning in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the place for people to bring creative solutions to society's challenges. The University Park Campus (UPC) is located in the heart of L.A., just minutes from downtown and easily accessible via the Metro Expo line.
Why social work, why now?
Annalisa Enrile, clinical professor
Social work expert focused on human trafficking, intimate partner violence and violence against women, and exploitative migrant labor. Recognized as one of the top 100 Most Influential Filipinas in the World (Global 100).
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the Office of Admissions at applymsw@usc.edu to change your department of study.
Students in the 4-semester program will start field placement during the third week of their first semester. They will receive their placement notification through email in August 2022. Field placement will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays for 16 hours per week.
Go to MyUSC, click OASIS, then click Other Services. If you are a 4-semester student who has already completed their Field Placement Form, notify the Field Education Office at sswfield@usc.edu.
You must pay your commitment deposit, confirm your Statement of Intent through the YouSC portal, and complete your Field Placement Form (4-semester students only) to be eligible for D-clearance.
The Social Work Registrar will email you detailed registration instructions in June or July 2022.
MSW orientation will take place the week before the start of the fall semester. Students will be notified of specific dates when they are published.
The $280 commitment deposit is non-refundable.
