MSW/JD Program- Current Students FAQ

Please see the drop down menus below for frequently asked questions, for current students, regarding the MSW/JD programs.

I need a copy of my UWindsor transcript, where do I access this information?
Please review the Office of the Registrar’s website regarding accessing transcripts here:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/711/transcripts

Where do I locate important Academic dates (fee due dates, semester dates, etc.)?
Please see the Office of the Registrar's website, Important Academic Dates:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/events-listing

Please also see the Faculty of Graduates Studies' website:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/356/important-dates

Are MSW/JD students eligible for GA potions?
Due to eligibility, the MSW/JD students are ineligible for GA positions.

Can we apply for scholarships such as the Social Work Alumni Scholarship, School of Social Work Faculty and Staff Scholarship or Jenna Leigh Middlebrook Social Work Scholarship if we are only studying law this year?

Student Awards says that there is no stipulation around MSW/JD students being eligible for one of these scholarships. Generally with these ones it goes to an undergraduate student in odd number years and graduate students in even number years

 

Can we apply for the SSHRC as a combined student? If so in what year?
Only Regular Track students can apply for any Tri-Council scholarship for their first year in the program (SSHRC, OGS, etc.) because they are designated as Graduate Students during this term. Advanced Standing students are considered Law students for the entire 3 year program and are therefore not eligible. Advanced Standing students should connect with the Faculty of Law regarding scholarships and funding opportunities available to them.

Where can I view the upcoming semester timetable?

Please see the Office of the Registrar’s Timetable website:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/541/timetable-information

I am having difficulties with UWinsite.

Please review the Office of the Registrar’s UWinsite resources & Ask.UWindsor’s resources here:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/resource/student https://ask.uwindsor.ca/app/results/kw/UWinsite%20Student/page/1
 

I am having difficulties registering for a semester, how do I proceed or contact?

If you have difficulty registering, please contact the Registrar's Office; your Graduate Service Specialist is determined by your last name using the alphabetical listing.
 

Where do I locate my Registration date and time?

In UWinsite Student, click the tile "My Academics" and then select from the left-hand menu “Enrollment Deadlines” to see when you will be able to register.
Note that you will NOT be permitted to register until the time indicated- if this information is not showing, your date has not been released yet.

You can also review the Office of the Registrar’s website regarding Registration Information here:
https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/515/registration-information
 

How do I register for courses?

Graduate students register for courses on UWinsite Student by the deadline set for each semester. Graduate students register for courses by the deadline set for each semester.

You can review the set course sequencing for the MSW Advanced Standing On Campus program here: https://www.uwindsor.ca/socialwork/471/one-year-advanced-standing-msw-program and the MSW Regular Track On Campus program here: https://www.uwindsor.ca/socialwork/472/two-year-regular-track-msw-program

Current registration information and guidelines are available at ask.uwindsor.ca

 

Why can’t I register for a course?

Current registration information and guidelines are available at ask.uwindsor.ca

Please ensure that there are no conditions of your admission that have not been met (English language score, transcripts, etc.).

Also double-check that all fees have been paid and the time limit to complete the program has not passed.

How do I apply to graduate?

In order to be evaluated for degree completion, students must submit an application to graduate.

All students must submit an application to graduate regardless of attendance at the convocation ceremony. Details are posted on the Registrar's office graduation webpage.

Be sure to review the important dates for tuition refund and convocation deadlines for each term.

How do I register with OCSWSSW?

The School of Social Work will send out the Confirmation of Degree form on your behalf to OCSWSSW. Please be advised that this form cannot be sent out until we have received confirmation that you have successfully completed their degree requirements and final grades have been posted.

Please contact the Graduate On Campus Secretary (gradsw@uwindsor.ca) once the requirements have been met, and the form will be filled out, signed by the Director of the School of Social Work, and then sent to OCSWSSW.

Once graduated, OCSWSSW will no longer accept the Confirmation of Degree form. Students must order an official copy of their transcript via UWinsite Student.

I require a Verification of Enrolment letter, where would I locate this information?

Students can create and download for free their own Verification of Enrolment letter. This type of letter for employers, childcare, etc.
Please see:
https://ask.uwindsor.ca/app/answers/detail/a_id/202/kw/202

Important Links:

MSW related questions please contact:
Kaitlin Makish, Graduate Secretary
Email: gradsw@uwindsor.ca
Phone: (519)253-3000 x 6096

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Elizabeth Donnelly, MSW Coordinator
Email: donnelly@uwindsor.ca
Phone: (519) 253-3000 x 4906
 

JD related questions please contact:
Tess Sheldon
Email: tess.sheldon@uwindsor.ca
Phone: (519) 253-3000 x 2943