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Hello! This form is for any student interested in requesting a change in status within the School of Social Work. For example, if you are currently enrolled as a Full-time student, and are experiencing life circumstances that suggest it is more appropriate for you to be enrolled Part-time, then this is the appropriate form to complete. Please answer each question in detail and submit it as soon as possible. These types of requests are contingent on space availability within the cohort and within courses. It will take a little time to investigate availability and implications for your degree plan, thus a timely submission will be helpful.

Name

Student ID# (Your "A" Number)

What was your first semester in the program (list semester and year, e.g., Fall 2019)?

What is your current program status (e.g., Full-time Foundation Online)?

Which of the following describes your current situation (check all that apply)?

I am considering dropping a class or multiple classes
I am considering withdrawing from all classes in the University
I am considering changing my program status by the amount of classes per semester (e.g., from Full-time to Part-time, or from Part-Time to Full-time)
I am considering changing my program status by mode of instruction (e.g., from Online to On-campus, or from On-campus to Online)

Is this a request to change your Final Field placement (e.g., switching from Part-time Field to Full-time Field)?

Yes, I would like to change from PART-TIME to FULL-TIME for my internship
Yes, I would like to change from FULL-TIME to PART-TIME for my internship
No, this is not related to my Final Field placement

Is this status change dependent on your ability to secure an Employment-based Internship (i.e., "If I am not able to get an employment-based internship then I will continue with my current PART-TIME status")?

Yes, I will only change my status if I am approved for an employment-based internship/practicum
No

What is the "new" program status that you are seeking (e.g., Part-time Foundation Online)?

Please describe your current circumstances that are contributing to your need for a status change?

We recognize that when students need to make a change in their program status, it often occurs alongside academic, financial, or counseling needs. Which of the following resources could you use the most help with currently (check all that apply)?

Academic
Financial/Basic Needs
Counseling
Other

If you check "other" resources, please describe the other resource(s) that can help you.

Do you have sufficient social support available to you during this time?

If you are not granted this request...

I will adjust and continue with the current degree plan
I will withdraw
Other

Please note that during the first waves of the COVID-19 pandemic there were more exceptions provided for changing cohort status due to student health concerns and unexpected emergencies. While we continue to experience subsequent waves, we have returned to the pre-pandemic policy on changing program status. Students are expected to maintain their degree plan as outlined in the MSW contract that was signed upon enrollment. If there is a crisis or emergency students may complete a degree status change request with the nature of the emergency situation - as you did. That there is an emergency or crisis does not guarantee the ability to switch, but we do consider the situation carefully.

The MSW program is dependent on keeping cohorts intact as much as possible and potential changes in student status have ripple effects on other enrolled students because it changes cohort sizes and class sizes. For example, if enough students move from one cohort to another, then we may not have enough students to hold a course because it would be below the minimum class size. Adding to this challenge is that courses are not available each semester. We prioritize emergency and crisis situations on a case-by-case basis, and factor in disruptions to cohorts and class sizes. Thank you for completing this request form and we will reach out to you as soon as possible with a decision or any follow-up questions.

Best,

-Dr. Wooten