Admissions Requirements (Years 1 and 2)
Admission requirements and application processes depend on the applicant’s educational background. Applicants with a college diploma, university credits, or a degree may be able to complete the BSW program in less than four years. Below you will find everything you need to know the application process. Please apply according to the instructions that best fit your situation.
- Minimum average of 70 per cent in their top six U/M courses including ENG4U
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- Students will be assessed individually by the Office of the Registrar and may receive transfer credits depending on their Grade Point Average (GPA) and program of study
- College graduates from all disciplines are encouraged to apply and have their transfer credits individually assessed
Read more about how you can benefit from our Diploma to Degree pathways and scholarships, or contact our College Outreach and Support Officer by email collegeoutreach@algomau.ca or phone 705-949-2301, ext. 4264 for more information
- Minimum average of 70 per cent
- Students will be assessed individually by the Office of the Registrar to see if any courses are transferable to the BSW program
- Students may be required to complete the core social work courses
Contact the Office of the Registrar by email regoffice@algomau.ca or phone 705-949-2301, ext. 4220 for more information
- Minimum average of 70 per cent
- Students will be assessed individually by the Office of the Registrar to see if any courses are transferable to the BSW program
- Students may be required to complete the core social work courses
- Applicants must be 20 years of age by the end of the calendar year to which they are applying; have been away from secondary or post-secondary school for a minimum of 1 year; and be a Canadian citizen or Permanent resident
Learn more about how to qualify and apply as a mature student
Admissions Requirements for the Professional Years (Years 3 and 4 of the BSW)
Application deadline for a September 2022 start date:
January 14, 2022 by 4:30 pm
Students must have the following complete by the end of the winter 2022 semester to apply for a September 2022 start date in year 3:
- A minimum of 70% in SWRK 1006, SWRK 1007, SWRK 2106, and SWRK 2107 or have achieved these courses through credit recognition (e.g., transfer credits)
- A minimum cumulative average of 70% in a minimum of 60 completed university credits or through credit recognition (1st and 2nd year on the current BSW Audit Sheet)
- The required courses (27 credits) and elective courses (33 credits) or credit recognition:
- Required courses (27 credits): SWRK 1006, SWRK 1007, SWRK 2106, SWRK 2107, SWRK 2356, SWRK 2127, SWRK 2406, SOCI 1016, and SOCI 1017 or ANIS 1006
- Elective courses (33 credits)
If you are not a current Algoma University student, please contact us prior to submitting your application.
- ALL students must apply to enter year 3 of the program.
- It is a competitive process.
- There are limited spaces on the Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins campuses.
- Applications are due by January 14, 2022, at 4:30 pm.
- All admissions decisions are final.
There are two steps to apply:
- Submit your application package by January 14, 2022, at 4:30 pm.
- Payment – a non-refundable application fee of $50.
- BSW Supplementary Application Form
- Resume
- Online Admissions Assignment (January 21, 2022, from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)
Please contact Meghan Boston McCracken at meghan.boston-mccracken@algomau.ca for more information.
If you are not a current Algoma University student, you must have your previous institution(s) send your official transcript(s) to Algoma University.