- ISBN13: 9781929109142
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Product Description
Written by a former social work admissions director at a top-ranking school of social work, this book helps master of social work (MSW) applicants improve their graduate school applications and decide which school of social work is right for them. With examples of tracking sheets, interviews, and biographical statements, this resource reveals the qualities admissions committees look for in applicants. A listing of schools accredited by the Council on Social Work Edu… More >>
#1 by Lindsay O'Connell on April 16, 2010 - 6:42 am
I was pleased with how quickly I received my order and at such a low price. I would buy from this seller again.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by K. Travis on April 16, 2010 - 7:51 am
This Book did not help me do anything but get worried about writing my personal statement for Graduate School. I wound up buying another book that made me feel much better and really helped me write my essay.
Rating: 2 / 5
#3 by M. Stanley on April 16, 2010 - 7:52 am
The book is not really the best book to use. And, to be quite frank, no book on MSW programs is a good book to use.
I say this mostly becuase programs change their requirements and their expectations year after year.
Your best bet is to use the book as a guide to help you narrow down your search, and to help you understand what the MSW program amy generally look like. But, really, any MSW progrma book can help you do it. And, you can get the information for free online.
The book may help some, but for many the best bet is to find the program you are interested in and research what that program expects and is interested in.
Also, the section about personal statements is a bit pretentious and biased. A personal statement should come from the student’s perspective, and there isn’t too much you can do wrong. The “Do’s and Don’ts” are pretty common sense, and what you probably learned when writing your essay for undergrad.
Overall, keep your money and do your research online and through the school you’re thinking about applying to.
Best of luck to all!!
p.s.–I got into my first choice MSW program without muchhelp from this book!!!
Rating: 3 / 5
#4 by A. M. Brinkley on April 16, 2010 - 9:47 am
After reading this book I feel like I know more about the process of getting into a Masters of Social Work (MSW) program and going through it. I’m not so nervous about applying and I really enjoyed the information each school provided at the end of the book concerning their application process, usual mistakes in the application, and what makes each school’s program unique. If you are considering going for your MSW then I would highly recommend this book.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Jessica Fields on April 16, 2010 - 12:40 pm
I knew that I wanted to get my MSW, but I had no idea how to go about finding a school for it. This book led me through the process better than I ever could have imagined. It answered all of the questions I had about the differences between programs, and helped me figure out the right one for me.
Rating: 5 / 5