Current MSW Students
Introduction
Information and Resources for students currently enrolled in the MSW program at Jane Addams College of Social Work.
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JACSW Welcomes Students
The Jane Addams College of Social Work welcomed new students on Thursday, August 17. Attached is a PowerPoint presentation of the day’s events. Welcome, students. Have a great year.
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MSW Program Dates & Deadlines
FALL 2025
Monday, August 25 – Instruction begins
Monday, September 1 – Labor Day holiday – No classes
Friday, September 5 – Last day to:
- Add or make section changes
- Withdraw from the University and receive a 100% cancellation of tuition and fees
- Complete late registration
- Drop a course without receiving “W” (withdrawal) grade on academic record
Note: courses dropped after this date will have a grade of “W” appear on transcript
Wednesday, November 26 – Student Wellness Day. No classes.
Thursday – Friday, November 27-28 – Thanksgiving holiday – No classes
Friday, December 5 – Instruction ends
Monday – Friday, December 8-12 – Final examinations
Wednesday, December 17 – Final grades due by 5 p.m.
Monday, December 22 – Grades available via my.UIC.edu
Student Resources
Academic Links
Academic Computing and Communications Center
Documents for Students
JACSW Public Statements Policy
Student Support and Information Services
COVID-19 Resources for Undocumented Students
UIC Wi-Fi
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Jane Addams Student Government (JASG)
JASG is a student-run organization within the Jane Addams College of Social Work. The purpose of JASG, according to its constitution is to advocate on behalf of students; promote a sense of community; ensure effective communication between students, faculty, administration, and staff; and ensure equitable representation for students in matters pertaining to student welfare.
Representing both the MSW and PhD programs, involvement in JASG facilitates student networking, develops leadership skills, and provides the opportunity to plan activities for the college. There are nine elected officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Student Affairs Chair, Committee Liaison, Generalist Year Liaison, MSW/MPH Liaison, PM Extended Study Program Liaison, and PhD Liaison.
Email: JACSWstudentgov@gmail.com
JASG on Facebook | JASG on Instagram
2025-26 Student Government Officers
President: Kirby Callan
Vice President: Aaren Welt
Student Affairs Chair: Emily Sanders
Generalist Liaison: Shelby Coble
Specialization Liaison: Mysaiah Chambers
PhD Liaison: Emily Giangrande
Contact JASG: JACSWstudentgov@gmail.com
Professional Educator License, School Social Worker Endorsement
Preparation for Licensure
Register for and pass the school social worker content area exam through the Illinois Licensure Testing System.
Complete field placement hours and coursework.
Create an educator licensure information system account (ELIS). ISBE and JACSW will post all related licensure information and documents to this account. You will also use this account to apply for your license.
The college licensure officer will provide you with a blue information form during the fall semester that you will fill out and return to her.
Application for Licensure
Wait for the licensure officer to entitle you and confirm you have met the license requirements (you will receive email confirmation in early June informing you to proceed with the online application process through your ELIS account).
Submit your online application and pay the associated fee.
You will be able to view your license number immediately upon completion of the application process. You will also be given the option to print a final document, providing you have completed the process. This is your proof to use with potential employers.
Once your license has been issued you will need to register it through your ELIS account. The registration period is five years and the fee is $50.
Complete the professional development requirements during the five year period of validity. Every cycle you must renew your license through ELIS. Once your license is renewed you must also register it for another five year period by submitting the applicable fee via ELIS.
If you experience difficulty navigating ELIS please call ISBE at 217-557-6763. Potential employers can also verify your license history and pending licenses through the public search portal.
Download this brief PowerPoint presentation that describes the “entitlement” process and provides information to assist you to prepare and apply for your Professional Educator License (PEL), School Social Worker.
Students enrolled in the School Social Work Specialization complete the application in the SocW 589 class in the spring semester.
Post-MSW Scholarship Opportunity
Post-Master of Social Work School Social Work Professional Educator License Scholarship Program
The Post-Master of Social Work School Social Work Professional Educator License Scholarship Program provides scholarship assistance to licensed social workers with master’s degrees in social work who wish to obtain an Illinois Professional Educator License with an Endorsement in School Social Work. Learn more and apply here.
Other Job Opportunities
Handshake is UIC’s new all-in-one online career resource. Handshake is available to all UIC students and gives them access to a variety of career-related services, such as finding and landing an on-campus or off-campus job and internship, learning about events and resources, connecting with employers, and chatting with peers for tips and advice. Students can sign-up at: uic.joinhandshake.com.
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Office of Academic Affairs and Student Services
1040 W. Harrison St. (MC 309)
4th Floor, Suite 4329
Chicago, IL 60607
Email: jacswoss@uic.edu
Phone: (312) 996-3034
Fax: (312) 996-1852