Transfer

Make Your Next Move

Transferring to the College of Social Work is easier than you think. Regardless of your program, UK’s seamless, straightforward transfer process gives you the support you need to start your next adventure, boost your career potential, and accomplish your mission.

Here’s What You Need to Know

How To Transfer

Apply to UK as a transfer student

UK accepts credits from regionally accredited institutions. Number of accepted credits varies by program. If required, submit your program-specific application. 

Submit official transcripts from all prior institutions

Minimum GPA: 2.0

See how your prior courses might transfer to UK.

Personalized advising & transfer planning

Work with your academic advisor to finalize your transfer plan. 

Need help? Reach our advisors anytime. 

Program-Specific Transfer Requirements 

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW)

 

  • Apply for admission to UK as a Social Work major, and work with an advisor to determine when to apply to the professional social work education program.
  • Transfer up to 67 credit hours
  • Complete 120 hours total for graduation
  • Must earn a C or better in all professional social work courses

Master of Social Work (MSW)

  • GPA Requirement: A 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA (and 3.0 graduate GPA, if applicable) is required for admission to the MSW program. (if the GPA is below a 3.0, the applicant is required to complete a petition for exceptional consideration)
  • Transcript Submission: Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended are required.
  • Transfer Credits: Up to 25% of coursework can be transferred from other regionally accredited institutions. (transferred credits must meet the requirements set by the Graduate School)

Program Options:

  • Regular Standing (60 credit hours): For students with a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field.
  • Advanced Standing (30 credit hours): For students with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program earned within the last 7 years and a 3.5 GPA in social work classes. (not all are considered a “BSW”, they can also be considered a BASW or BSSW.)

Questions about switching your major? We’ve got you covered.  

Submit a major change request in myUK or reach out to CoSW Advising below.