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Admissions and Aid

Applying to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is an investment in your future as a social worker or nonprofit change leader. Our graduates have elevated lives!

Mandel School students are deeply committed to defying social inequity and promoting more just and inclusive societies. 

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Upcoming Deadlines

2026 Enrollment

Social Work: On-Campus, including all Dual Degrees

All on-campus MSW and dual degree students begin the program in the fall semester.

  • Fall 2026 Application Deadline
    • Early Decision: Monday, December 1, 2025

Social Work: Weekend Program

  • Fall 2026 Application Deadline
    • Priority: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Social Work: Online

Online MSW students may begin the program in the fall or summer spring semester.

  • Spring 2026 Online Application Deadlines
    • Priority: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Master of Nonprofit Organizations

MNO students may begin the program in the fall, spring or summer semester.

  • Spring 2026 Deadline
    • Priority: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Certificate and Non-Degree Programs

Non-degree and post-master certificate students may begin the program in the fall, spring or summer semester.

  • Spring 2026 Regular deadline
    • Monday, December 1, 2025
  • Summer 2026 Regular deadline
    • Wednesday, April 15, 2026
  • Fall 2026 Regular deadline
    • Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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Funding Your Future

Last year, 100 percent of on-campus students received a scholarship. 

Students are automatically considered for support.

And a number of additional opportunities help make your education a sound investment.

Learn About Tuition & Aid     Funding Your Future

 

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For More Information

Please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Admissions with any questions about being a student at the Mandel School or the application process. We’re here to help!

Phone: 216.368.1655
Email: mandelschool@case.edu