Dear Future Social Worker,

Acceptance into Your Dream Master of Social Work Program Begins Here.

Trusted by over 30,000 social work students since 2018.

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Applying to Master of Social Work programs can feel overwhelming. Your personal statement, resume, and experience all need to come together in a way that clearly shows admissions committees who you are, what you’ve learned, and why you belong in the profession - usually within a specified word count.

MSW Helper specializes in helping applicants present their experiences, values, and goals in a compelling and strategic way.

Our team has helped students gain admission to 150+ MSW programs across Canada and the United States, including Columbia University, Rutgers University, the University of Michigan, Wilfrid Laurier University, and the University of Toronto - among others.

The Challenge With MSW Applications:

Admissions committees review MSW applications holistically. They aren’t just evaluating your grades and experience. They’re trying to understand:

  • Why you want to become a social worker

  • Whether your experiences align with social work values

  • How clearly you understand the profession

  • The unique perspective you bring to the social work field

Many applicants struggle because they:

  • Feel unsure whether their application is competitive

  • Fail to show how their experience aligns with social work

  • Write essays that sound generic or don’t answer the prompts

  • Don’t know what schools are really looking for

A strong MSW application demonstrates critical thinking, self-awareness, and potential for professional growth in the field of social work.

That’s where MSW Helper comes in.

Through specialized editing, advising, and resources designed specifically for MSW applicants, we help you submit an application you feel confident about.

The Most Popular Way to Work With MSW Helper:

The Full Package

Everything you need to prepare a strong MSW application.

The Full Package combines structured guidance, expert feedback, and practical tools so you can confidently submit your application.

Most applicants start here.

What’s Included

  • Personal Statement Writing Workshop ($29 value)
    A step-by-step framework to help you write a compelling MSW personal statement.

  • Three Editing & Advising Tokens (up to $360 value)
    Use your tokens for any combination of:

    • Personal statement editing

    • Resume editing

    • Personal statement planning session

  • Grad School Resume Templates
    Three templates designed specifically for MSW applicants and the social work field.

  • Application Tracker
    Stay on top of every deadline, draft, and reference request with our customizable tracker.

  • Reference Request Email Templates
    Scripts for requesting, following up with, and thanking references.

  • $20 Discount on Additional Editing Services
    Helpful if you're applying to multiple schools.

Individual services purchased separately would typically cost over $400

Your Investment: $289.99

Individual MSW Application Services

If you only need help with one part of your application, you can also choose individual services:

Option 1

Personal Statement Writing Workshop | Instant Access

$29.99

Self-paced course: Use this workshop to write an impactful personal statement for the Master of Social Work Program and get your rough draft ready in under 2 hours.

You’ll learn:

  • how to structure your essay

  • how to connect your experiences to a social issue

  • how to answer common prompts

  • how to avoid personal statement mistakes

Option 2

Personal Statement Editing and Critiquing

Starting at $119.99

Our editors specialize in MSW applications and have reviewed 3,000+ social work personal statements.

We help you:

  • clarify your narrative so admissions committees see your strengths and potential

  • connect your experiences to social work values and theories

  • address each prompt clearly and effectively

  • strengthen the structure and flow of your essay

  • meet the word count without sacrificing clarity or quality

Option 3

Grad School Resume Editing and Critiquing

Starting at $119.99

Whether you have years of social service experience or are transitioning from another field, we help you highlight the experiences and skills that matter most for graduate social work programs.

We help you:

  • highlight relevant experiences and transferable skills

  • connect your work, volunteer, and academic experiences to social work practice

  • organize your resume using best practices for graduate school applications

Includes 3 resume templates tailored to social work students and professionals.

Option 4

1:1 Consultation | MSW Application Planning Session

$119.99

Meet with an Application Advisor for personalized assistance with your grad school application.

Use your session to:

  • brainstorm and map your personal statemen

  • review your experiences

  • discuss school selection and statement prompts

  • clarify your application strategy

What Applicants Are Saying:

Resources for Applicants Who Are:

Free Resources for your Social Work Personal Statement

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Webinar - Best practices in the personal statement

Learn how to write a grad school personal statement that stands out from the crowd.

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MSW Personal Statement Template

Write the content of your personal statement with this easy to use template.

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Buzzword Checklist - Sound like a Social Worker in your Personal Statement

Get a list of the most common social work buzzwords to use in your personal statement.

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10 Days to a Strong MSW Personal Statement: Email Series

Free email series with tips and tricks to help you get started on your personal statement.

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Get Connected

Follow @msw.helper on TikTok or Instagram for more MSW application and personal statement tips.

Or join the free Facebook group to get connected with other MSW applicants

*MSW Helper does not guarantee any results from using our platform or services in accordance with our Terms of Use.

Contact us.

Have questions? Please connect with us at info@mswhelper.com.