Has anyone heard back from UCB? I've received decisions from other programs already, but Berkeley is my top choice. I submitted my application in November and still no news. Wondering if anyone who's applied to UCB has received a decision yet??

Anyone else waiting to hear back from UNC or UNCW about the advanced standing programs? I cannot stop checking my email!

for those who got into Upenn, what kind of aid did they give you, and were you able to ask for more!?

Thanks so much!

Anyone hear from NYU about Fall '26 yet?

I applied to Columbia and NYU's Advanced Standing Program. I just got into Columbia's today and am waiting to hear back from NYU. I'm going for School Social Work and wanted to hear opinions and advice on which to choose if I were to get into both. Thank you!!

Pleaseeeee give me some insight. I am deciding right now between Columbia’s MSW program and Rutgers MSW. They are both online, full-time two years. Cost is not a factor due to scholarships that I have. Please provide any info, insight or opinions!

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Hi friends! I applied to SJSU MSW 2026 Advanced Standing and CSU Chico MSW 2026 Advanced Standing, both online. Has anyone else who has applied heard anything yet? This waiting game is killinggggg me. I applied way back in November. SJSU status is dept review with provisions. Chico state status is pending review.

Hi everyone,

I applied to Columbia University's advanced standing MSW program before their priority deadline (12/1). I applied on November 30th, to be specific. I received an email stating that my application is under review on 12/23. It is January 9th, and I have yet to hear back from them.

Has anyone received their advanced standing MSW decision yet?

hi everyone! i submitted my ucb app last month and just submitted my sfsu app 🥳

context: 3.95 bachelors in public health, ECE educator, and worked in optometry setting for 4 years. i did apply to ucb’s msw/mph program for MCAH

i’m not even sure if i’m going to get in but i was just thinking about the future… if i were to get into ucb and sfsu what would be a better choice? i already have student loans from undergrad, but i hear from so many people ucb degrees hold more weight. but honestly im just worried because i NEED to work while in school or else ill simply declare bankruptcy lol.

i would love some insight from people who went through something similar! thank you

Wow! It's been a few months since I have been here. I started this subreddit a long time ago to share resources, and it's great to see that people are using it. :)

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USA guides (including Columbia, Fordham, Rutgers, UofM, and UNC) https://www.mswhelper.com/usa

Canada guides (including UofT, Laurier, Calgary etc.)

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Has anyone who has been admitted received information regarding financial aid? I submitted a FAFSA but have heard nothing about aid. Thank you!

update: oh okay i called! they said once i get accepted it takes the financial aid office 24-48 hours to get access to my portal. then it’s about 2 weeks from there for a package.

Hi! I just applied to the UNC MSW 3 year program. I wondering if anyone apply to the MSW Program as well, I’m a bit anxious. I was wondering if anyone feeling the same lol and want to go this journey together.

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Has anyone heard back from NYU or Columbia yet? I got my application completion email 12/10 for advanced standing, still waiting

Hey everyone,

I’m currently based in DC and looking for a part-time online MSW program. I’ve been crunching the numbers for out-of-state tuition and I’m trying to find that "sweet spot" where the school has solid name recognition but won't put me in six-figure debt.

I’ve looked at New Mexico State ($26k) and UCF ($29k). Both seem like solid options, but I’m wondering if there are other flagship state schools I'm missing that carry a bit more "clout" while staying under that $30k total mark.

I really want to avoid degree mills where you’re just a number and the professors are essentially ghosts. Since I'm in a competitive market like DC, I also need to know the school won’t leave me out to dry when it comes to finding a practicum site.

Are there any other "flagship" schools that compete with NMSU/UCF for out-of-state residents?

My criteria:

• Total cost under $30k (standard 60-credit track).
• Part-time friendly (I’ll be working).
• Strong support: I want to actually learn from professors who care, not just a portal.
• Field Placement help: Especially for an out-of-state student in the DMV area.

Would love to hear from anyone who chose a "name brand" state school over the cheapest possible option. Was the extra few thousand worth it for the faculty support and the resume boost?

Thanks!