How to Apply - Residential MSW
We’re glad you’re ready to take the next step towards joining the Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University! The Garland School of Social Work is now accepting Master of Social Work (MSW) applications for the 2025-26 academic year. Click the APPLY NOW button at the bottom right to create an account as the first step toward applying for your Master of Social Work degree at the Waco campus.
The Garland School of Social Work releases admissions decisions between November and May with various financial aid award opportunities within each deadline. Students admitted to the Residential MSW program who submit both the Financial Aid Form and either the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the CSS Profile (for international students only) may be considered for institutional aid. We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.
Completed Application Deadlines for Fall 2025
| Deadline* | Decision Notification |
|---|---|
| November 1st | Mid-November Eligible to apply for Graduate Assistantship |
| February 1st Final International Application Deadline | Mid-February Eligible to apply for Graduate Assistantship |
| March 1st | Mid-March Eligible to apply for Graduate Assistantship |
| May 1st Final Application Deadline | Mid-May Graduate Assistantship Application based on availability |
Students admitted in November will receive a deadline by which to submit their FAFSA in order to secure their financial aid award.
*An application is considered complete when all application documents required for admission have been received and processed by the Garland School of Social Work.
For specific MSW eligibility requirements, follow the links below:
Students interested in applying for the Baylor University MSW-Waco Standard or Advanced Standing Degree option are required to submit the following documents:
- MSW-Waco Application
- $45 Application Fee*
- You may qualify for an application fee waiver. If you are interested in applying for an application fee waiver, please contact our admissions team.
- Practicum Evaluation (For Advanced Standing Only)
- Transcripts from all previous institutions. Prior to graduation, transcripts should include grades earned at least one semester into your final year. Students applying to the Waco campus (as standard or advanced standing) must have a degree conferred date by July 15 to be eligible to apply for the upcoming academic year.
Transcripts uploaded or submitted by the applicant are considered unofficial; however, transcripts that are sent directly from the institution are considered official.
Official certified electronic transcripts should be sent to: MSW_Admissions@baylor.edu
Official hard copy transcripts should be mailed to:
Garland School of Social Work
Graduate Admissions
One Bear Place, #97320
Waco, Texas 76798-7320
A completed application includes submission of the MSW-Waco Application form and all supplemental application materials. Please allow up to 72 hours of processing time for all documents.
Transfer Students
A limited number of transfer credits may be accepted from other institutions.
For more information regarding the MSW Application, contact the School of Social Work via email at MSW_Admissions@baylor.edu or phone at (254) 710-8360.