Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

University of Akron

Official documents (including transcripts, test results, and diplomas/certificates) MUST be submitted for full admission, award of scholarships and the issuance of an I-20. An official final transcript must be submitted before you can register for your second semester coursework. SAT or ACT – The University of Akron is test-optional. The SAT or ACT is not required for admission or scholarship consideration for applicants. 2.5 cumulative GPA is required to be admitted as a full social work major. A student will remain a preadmission social work major until all nine liberal arts base and math and English General Education courses are completed, all required application materials have been submitted, the 2.5 or better GPA achieved, no grades are in progress, her/his completed application is reviewed by the admissions committee, and the schools director agrees with the admissions committee recommendation for full admission.