Apply to the PEL Program

PEL Application Dates for Fall 2025 Enrollment

The PEL application deadline was January 15, 2025.

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Requirements for Application to the PEL Program

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  1. MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
  2. GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
  3. Official academic transcripts.
  4. Professional references from two practitioners in the field.
  5. Resume.
  6. Personal statement.

More details are provided in the online PEL application.

Questions?

If you have additional questions, please email at jaddams-pel@uic.edu.