1. Completed all freshman and sophomore course requirements in the B.S.W. curriculum.
2. A minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 (4.0 Scale).
3. Earned a minimum grade of B- (2.7) and not have repeated the following courses more than once: SW 150, PLS 102, PSY 303*, PSY/SOC 360*, SOC 382 or SW 300*, SOC 280 or 384, and SOC 385.
4. Complete the application and process for Candidacy for the B.S.W. Degree.

Completed candidacy applications are reviewed by the School of Social Work faculty.  Accepted applicants are awarded candidacy for the B.S.W. Degree and are eligible for enrollment in specified third- and fourth-year professional social work courses.  Applicants who are not accepted are advised and referred to pursue opportunities in other areas.

* NOTE: Though it is recommended that PSY 303; PSY/SOC 360; and SOC 385/SW 300 be completed prior to the candidacy process, you may complete these courses concurrently with the SW Core courses outlined in the third year.  They MUST be satisfied prior to beginning the fourth year (Senior year in Field Practicum)