How to Apply
The CSUB-AV Master of Social Work admissions committee takes a holistic approach to admission decisions. Acceptance into the CSUB-AV MSW program is based on the candidate’s potential for academic and professional success, as determined by the committee.
Application to the CSUB-AV Master of Social Work program requires the following:
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Completed application in Cal State Apply
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Select Graduate Programs / Fall 2025
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Select "Social Work" under the "Bakersfield Extended Education Programs" section, not under the "Bakersfield – Graduate" section.
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One official hard-copy (unopened) or digital transcript from all colleges attended. Digital transcripts must be sent directly from the college attended to dptranscripts@csub.edu. Any transcript from a college / university outside of the United States will require a course-by-course analysis from a transcript evaluation services such as World Education Services (WES). See WES website for more details. Note: If you received your bachelor's degree from CSU Bakersfield, skip this step. You'll be contacted if any further transcripts are required.
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Three professional references (collected through Cal State Apply)
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Current professional resume (see template)
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All applicants must use the provided resume template
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Statement of purpose
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MSW Technology Contract (collected through Cal State Apply)
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MSW Writing Proficiency Exam
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Completed at the Testing Center on the CSUB Antelope Valley Campus. Students will be provided with additional exam information upon submission of a complete application.
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OPTIONAL: Completed CalSWEC Title IV-E Stipend Program Application
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See CalSWEC application for additional details and requirements
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$70 application / evaluation fee
All materials should be submitted to:
CSU Bakersfield Extended Education
9001 Stockdale Highway – 30 BDC
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022
Application Documents
Here is a list of documents you may need during the application process. These are the same documents listed elsewhere compiled here for convenience.
Additional Questions?
If you have additional questions about the MSW program at Antelope Valley, please reach out to Georgina Brown at gbrown5@csub.edu.
