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Bachelor's Admissions


Newly admitted undergraduate students, both freshmen and transfers, who declare an interest in Social Work are admitted directly to the School of Social Work following acceptance by Temple University´s Office of Admissions. Undecided Temple University students or students who wish to explore Social Work as a possible major are encouraged to enroll in Introduction to Social Welfare and Human Services (SW 050). This course provides an opportunity for students to test their interest in the Social Work profession. Interested students should consult their advisors. Apply On-Line Today!

Transfer Students From Schools Outside of Temple


Persons expecting to transfer to Temple´s Undergraduate Social Work Program are urged to contact the School (215) 204-8621 for an appointment as soon as they have identified interest in this program. (See Undergraduate Admissions regarding transfer admissions.) Students who enter with fewer than 30 semester hours in transfer credits are expected to enroll in Social Work 1001/50 ( Social Welfare/Human Services). Those who bring more than 30 semester hours begin with Social Work 3006/51, Helping Processes in Social Work I, which is offered only in the fall.
Students who transfer from two-year associate degree programs in Human Services are expected to complete all professional courses as well as the Core Curriculum.