Navigating Your MSW Traditional 60-Credit Program: Orientation, Practicum, and Additional Information
Congratulations on your acceptance into the MSW Program at The University of Alabama! We look forward to you starting the program soon.
Academic Advising & Course Registration
Academic Advising
To meet virtually and in-person to discuss course registration, academic advising, and student services, contact the MSW Academic Advisor.
Registration Information
Registration for Fall 2027 will begin on March 29. Fall 2027 classes will begin on August 18. We will be reaching out to all admitted students as soon as the end of February to discuss registration details, courses, and degree plans. Please consistently check your Crimson email to ensure you receive the detailed registration information we will be sending out.
For other important dates and student services information, please refer to the University Registrars website.
Orientation: July 8-10, 2027
Blackboard Assignments
To ensure that you are prepared for the program, you will be enrolled into a required online orientation course in Blackboard. All course assignments should be completed prior to the in-person orientation. More details will be provided in June.
Lodging & Transportation/Parking
Additional details about orientation will be provided to you in the upcoming months. Please be sure to continue to check your Crimson email.
Scholarship Opportunities
Students are encouraged to seek internal and external scholarship opportunities to help fund their graduate education. The MSW Program staff will intermittently reach out to admitted students to inform them of funding opportunities they may be eligible for. Students can also review this list of potential funding opportunities to explore.
Please note application requirements and deadlines for each scholarship and fellowship. This resource will be periodically updated throughout the academic year.
We look forward to seeing you this Fall!
