part-time master of social work programs online
last updated: january 2021
with the combination of classes and field instruction, full-time master of social work (msw) programs may not be an option for individuals who have financial obligations or who need to work full-time to support their families. on the other hand, part-time online msw programs, which are master of social work degrees with flexible scheduling, are ideal for professionals who already work in the health services industry and want to pursue an advanced degree while they continue working.
these part-time master of social work programs are also well suited for individuals who are looking to change careers, but do not have the resources to pursue a program full-time. with an online msw program, students may be eligible to pursue careers as a licensed clinical social worker (lcsw) or a licensed master’s social worker (lmsw) after they meet additional licensing requirements.
| university and program name | study length | enrollment type | field placement support |
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university of denver
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as 12 months | full-time and part-time | support available |
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fordham university
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as 16 months | full-time and part-time | support available |
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hawai'i pacific university
master of social work sponsored | 24-36 months | part-time | n/a |
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simmons university
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as 9 months | accelerated full-time part-time | support available |
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howard university
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as 12 months | full-time and part-time | support available |
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syracuse university
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as 24 months | full-time and part-time | support available |
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case western reserve university
master of social work (msw) sponsored | as few as a year and a half | full-time and part-time | support available |
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currently, students interested in part-time programs for online social work degrees have plenty of options. there are over 50 part-time msw degree programs compared with over 30 full-time programs offered online. while all online msw programs must meet the same council on social work education (cswe) accreditation standards (note: all schools listed on onlinemswprograms.com are cswe accredited), there is no set standard for what constitutes an online program.
therefore, on onlinemswprograms.com, any program that requires two or fewer campus visits per year is categorized as an online program, or online social work degree. programs with a campus residency requirement are ideal for students who have some flexibility to travel and want to meet their teachers and classmates in person during the program.
- adelphi university
- arizona state university
- sponsored: baylor university
- boise state university
- boston university
- california state university, san bernardino
- capella university
- sponsored: case western reserve university
- columbia university
- florida state university
- sponsored: fordham university
- george mason university
- sponsored: howard university
- humboldt state university
- indiana university
- louisiana state university
- loyola university chicago
- metropolitan state university
- ohio state university
- ohio university
- our lady of the lake university
- portland state university
- rutgers university
- samford university
- san jose state university
- sponsored: simmons university
- sponsored: syracuse university
- temple university
- texas a & m university
- texas state university, san marcos
- the catholic university of america
- tulane university
- university at buffalo (suny)
- university of alaska, anchorage
- university of arkansas, little rock
- university of central florida
- sponsored: university of denver
- university of georgia
- university of houston
- university of iowa
- university of louisville
- university of missouri
- university of new england
- university of north dakota
- university of northern iowa
- university of south florida
- sponsored: university of southern california
- university of tennessee, knoxville
- university of texas, arlington
- walden university
- west virginia university
- western kentucky university
- western new mexico university
- widener university
- yeshiva university
length and structure of part-time msw programs
in general, the structure of part-time programs is more varied than that of full-time programs. therefore, students should research their options carefully to understand how the programs differ in terms of class structure and instruction methods. typically, part-time msw programs can range from two and a half to four years in duration.
- types of class structures: the majority of full-time online msw programs use a cohort model of instruction where students proceed through the curriculum together as a unit. while many part-time programs also use a cohort model, others have flexible scheduling that allows students to vary their course loads each semester. (note: these programs usually have a maximum length of time in which students must complete the program.)
- types of instruction methods: some part-time msw programs use synchronous instruction (i.e. students are required to be online at specific times), while others use asynchronous instruction (i.e. students can log in to complete their coursework at times that are convenient for them). there are some schools which use both forms of instruction depending on the class and instructor. for programs with synchronous instruction, classes are usually in the evenings or on the weekends, which is ideal for working professionals.
- field education: students in part-time online msw programs are still required to complete a field education requirement, which ranges from 900 to 1,200 hours, depending on the program. typically, students complete two internships over four to seven semesters in their second and third years. this means students will be required to work at least one day a week at a local agency during those semesters, and most field instruction takes place during normal business hours monday through friday.
start dates and admission periods of part-time online msw programs
while the majority of full-time msw programs only start once a year, with admission typically in the fall, there are part-time online msw programs and online social work degrees that have multiple start dates including fall, spring and summer semesters. this is definitely an advantage for students who have already missed the fall admission deadline or who have decided they want to go back to school and do not want to wait an entire year to start. although most part-time programs that only accept students once a year typically start in the fall semester, some schools do have programs that only start in the spring.
cswe accredited part-time msw programs online
the following schools are cswe accredited and offer part-time msw programs designed for students who have not earned a bachelor of social work. schools listings contain program information, field instruction requirements, online instruction method (synchronous versus asynchronous), available concentrations (if applicable), admission requirements, tuition information, and more. students should confirm all program information, especially student eligibility, admission requirements, with an admission advisor before applying as this information can change over time.
this page looks at traditional and advanced standing online part-time msw programs. for students who have already earned a bachelor of social work (bsw) from a cswe-accredited program, we have compiled a list of schools offering advanced standing msw programs online, complete with program information and admission requirements.
adelphi university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
garden city, new york
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.25+ years
credits: 32+
concentrations:health across the lifespan
admission requirements:
- undergraduate social work degree from a cswe accredited program
- 3.0 gpa
- letters of recommendation
- personal statement
- official transcripts
- paid or volunteer experience in human services preferred
- resume (preferred)
- references
- transcripts
- toefl scores for non-native english speaking applicants
- virtual interview may be required
arizona state university
watts college of public service and community solutions
master of social work (msw)
tempe, arizona
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2.5+ years
credits: 60
concentrations:advanced generalist practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree
- minimum gpa 3.0
- official transcripts
- statement of education and career goals
- resume
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of 240 hours of volunteer or work experience in social services for 6 months in last five years
- proof of english proficiency
boise state university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
boise, idaho
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 37+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree with liberal arts and social science coursework
- bachelor of social work from a cswe accredited school in the last 7 years, or 10 years with significant post-bsw practice experience, for advanced standing applicants
- minimum 3.0 gpa
- social service practice experience, either paid of volunteer
- personal essay
- recommendation letters
- background check
- willingness to understand and abide by nasw code of ethics
- interview
boston university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
boston, massachusetts
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 43+
concentrations:macro practice, clinical practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from an accredited college or university
- candidates with two years of supervised, direct human or social service experience may apply for the human service experience track
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within six years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0 for advanced standing applicants
- personal statement
- resume
- three letters of references
- transcripts
- interview
- toefl scores for non-native english speaking applicants
- other requirements as outlined for specific tracks
california state university, san bernardino
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
san bernardino, california
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 3 years
credits: 60
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- gpa of 3.0
- academic background in behavioral and social sciences preferred
- year of full-time paid experience and or internship/volunteer experience in the field of social work (may be waived)
- autobiographical statement
- completion of social research methods, human behavior, and human physiology
- three letters of reference
capella university
master of social work (msw)
atlanta and augusta, georgia
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 44+ quarter credits
concentrations:clinical practice, leadership and supervision, human services
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- official bachelor’s transcripts
- minimum gpa of 2.7
- two letters of recommendation
- three-page essay
- resume
- signed acknowledgement agreement
- valid identification
- test for proof of english proficiency and transcript evaluation for international students
case western reserve university
the jack, joseph and morton mandel school of applied social sciences
master of social work (msw)
cleveland, ohio
lead lasting change in your community. with no gre required, you can earn a cswe-accredited master of social work online through case western reserve university’s top-10 ranked school of social work1 and prepare to pursue licensure. the online program curriculum offers three paths of study: children, youth and families; community practice for social change; and mental health with adults.
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enrollment type: part-time
length of program: as few as a year and a half
credits: 39-60
children, youth, and families, mental health with adults, community practice for social change
admission requirements:
- a current resume/cv highlighting paid and volunteer work experience
- transcripts from all previously attended institutions
- three letters of recommendation
- a two-part essay
- essay detailing your previous field education experience (requirement varies depending on your intended program track)
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columbia university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
new york, new york
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 4 years
credits: 60
concentrations:advanced clinical social work, advanced generalist practice and programming, policy practice, social enterprise administration
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- academic transcripts
- resume
- three essay questions
- three letters of reference
- toefl scores for non-native english speaking applicants
- other requirements as outlined for specific tracks
florida state university
college of social work
master of social work (msw)
tallahassee, florida
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 31+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree from a regionally accredited institution
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited institution for advanced standing applicants
- minimum of 400 field education hours in generalist practice for advanced standing applicants
- gre waiver available
- minimum 3.0 gpa for past 60 hours of undergraduate degree
- statement of purpose
- resume
fordham university
graduate school of social service
master of social work (msw)
new york, new york
onlinemsw@fordham is the online master of social work program from the top-ranked fordham university graduate school of social service. designed for aspiring practitioners who want to help individuals and communities thrive, the program offers an integrated, future-focused curriculum with four inter-professional competency areas: individuals and families, organizations and community, evaluation, and policy practice and advocacy.
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: as few as 16 months
credits: 33-66
individual and families, organizations and community practice, evaluation, policy practice and advocacy
george mason university
college of health and human services
master of social work (msw)
fairfax, virginia
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 33+
concentrations:adults & healthy aging, children, youth, and families
admission requirements:
- bachelor of social work degree from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants earned within the last five years
- resume
- two letters of recommendation
- statement of purpose
- minimum gpa of 3.0, if under 3.0, addendum essay
- bsw field evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- advanced standing gpa requirement of 3.2
- video interview for advanced standing applicants
- all official transcripts
- completed coursework in statistics, english composition, history or government, social science work or volunteer experience in related field highly recommended
hawai'i pacific university
school of social work
master of social work
honolulu, hawaii
the online master of social work prepares aspiring social work leaders to develop a multicultural social work practice, advocate for social and economic justice, and empower diverse communities affected by systemic inequities within civilian and military-focused areas.
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 24-36 months
credits: 30-57
military and veterans affairs, child or adult protective services, health care, mental health, individual and families, social agency administration
admission requirements:
traditional track:
- bachelor’s degree with at least 30 credits in liberal arts from an accredited four-year institution
- minimum 3.0 gpa, but applicants below that will be considered for provisional admission
- completed courses in statistics and research methods
- applicants must have completed each course with a grade of a “c” or higher
advanced standing track:
- bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited program within the past five years
- minimum 3.25 gpa on a 4.0 scale in social work courses
application requirements:
- online application
- résumé (optional, but can help with practicum placement)
- transcripts: transcripts must be submitted from all postsecondary institutions.
- two letters of recommendation
- essay
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howard university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
washington, d.c.
earn your master of social work (msw) online from the howard university school of social. choose the traditional msw track, designed for students who are new to the field of social work; or the advanced standing msw track, designed for students who hold a bachelor of social work. community, administration and policy (cap) and direct practice concentrations are available.
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: as few as 24 months
credits: 45+
direct practice, community, administration and policy (cap) practice
admission requirements:
- three (3) letters of recommendation
- college transcripts
- a personal statement
- an application essay
- a resume
for advanced standing applicants:
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited institution, award within four years of first term start date
- minimum cumulative gpa of 3.0 in all social work foundation and undergraduate coursework
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humboldt state university
department of social work
master of social work (msw)
arcata, california
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited higher education institution
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program earned in the last five years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.5 for advanced standing application
- minimum gpa of 3.0 for last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework
- grade of ’’c’’ or better for elementary statistics and a course related to native american studies
- personal statement
- letters of recommendation
- transcripts
indiana university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
indianapolis, indiana
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 41+
concentrations:clinical and community practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor of social work from an accredited program earned within the last five years or bsw earned in the last 10 years with social work practice experience or active social work licensure during the last five years – for advanced standing applicants only
- resume
- writing sample and statement
- academic transcripts
- three letters of recommendations
louisiana state university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
baton rouge, louisiana
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 33+
concentrations:child and youth services, gerontology, social work practice in schools, policy and macro practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited college or university
- bachelor of social work degree from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last five years for advanced standing applicants
- liberal arts undergraduate preparation with at least 12 credits in social and behavioral sciences
- grade of c or better in an introductory statistics course
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- letter of intent
- resume
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation
metropolitan state university of denver
department of social work
master of social work (msw)
denver, colorado
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations:children and families, mental health, leadership and management school social work, gerontology, social work in healthcare, children and youth
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- bachelor degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program within the last six years for advanced standing applicants
- case study and petition for advanced standing required for advanced standing applicants
- grade of c or better in selected undergraduate liberal arts courses for traditional standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- personal history form, resume optional
- three letters of recommendation
- admissions essay
- transcripts
- minimum score of 76 on the internet based toefl for international students
- additional requirements for international students
ohio state university
college of social work
master of social work (msw)
columbus, ohio
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 43+
concentrations:aging and health, mental health and substance misuse, child and youth services
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited college or university
- bachelor of social work within the last five years from an accredited college or university for advanced standing applicants
- grade of ’’b’’ or higher in social work required courses for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- at least 10 semester credits of coursework in social sciences
- official transcripts
- three references
ohio state university
college of health sciences and professions
master of social work (msw)
athens, ohio
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program within the last five years
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- final undergraduate field evaluation
- three letters of reference
- toefl scores for international students
our lady of the lake university
worden school of social service
master of social work (msw)
san antonio, texas
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1+ years
credits: 30+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- minimum gpa of 2.5 for traditional applicants, 3.0 gpa for advanced standing applicants
- resume
- personal statement
- three letters of recommendation
- official transcripts
rutgers university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
new brunswick, new jersey
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 39+
concentrations:clinical social work
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited undergraduate institution
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- undergraduate field placement evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- minimum 3.0 gpa
- social work experience is preferred, but not required
- introductory course to statistics
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation
- personal statement
- resume
samford university
school of public health
master of social work (msw)
birmingham, alabama
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 33+
concentrations: advanced clinical practiceadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- bachelor degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- grade of ’’b-’’ or higher for undergraduate social work courses for advanced standing applicants
- field evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0 or 3.2 during last 60 hours of undergraduate credit
- if gpa at least 2.8, gre scores required for consideration
- three letters of reference
- completed undergraduate coursework in statistics with a grade of ’’c’’ or better
- academic writing sample
- personal statement
- toefl scores for american citizens who learned english as a second language
simmons university
simmons school of social work (ssw)
master of social work (msw)
boston, massachusetts
aspiring clinical social workers can earn their master of social work degree online from simmons university in as few as 9 months. the program prepares students to pursue employment in direct practice settings nationwide. students may choose from three certificates: trauma practice, mental health practice, or clinical practice with active service members, veterans, and families.
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: as few as 9 months
credits: 37-65
- mental health practice optional certificate
- trauma practice optional certificate
- clinical practice with active service members, veterans, and families
syracuse university
school of social work at falk college
master of social work (msw)
syracuse, new york
syracuse university’s cswe-accredited online master of social work program is preparing the next generation of social work leaders through an emphasis on digital innovation and social justice. no gre scores are required to apply, and the program offers traditional and advanced standing tracks.
length of program: as few as 24 months
credits: 36-60
advanced integrated practice, advanced clinical practice
temple university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
philadelphia, pennsylvania
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.5+ years
credits: 30+
concentrations:clinical practice, macro practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree with a broad liberal arts focus from an accredited undergraduate institution
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program within the last five years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0 for traditional applicants, 3.25 for advanced standing applicants
- final field evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- transcripts
- resume
- goal statement
- three letters of recommendation
- toefl scores for international students whose native language is not english
texas state university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
san marcos, texas
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations:advanced practice leadership
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from a regionally accredited university
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- resume
- statement of purpose
- interview
- toefl, pte, or ielts scores may be required
the catholic university of america
national catholic school of service
master of social work (msw)
washington, d.c
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.5+ years
credits: 30+
concentrations:clinical social work
admission requirements:
- bachelors degree with a liberal arts foundation
- bachelor degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- coursework in human biology and social statistics recommended
- minimum gpa of 3.0, 3.5 in social work undergraduate coursework and 3.2 for bachelors degree cumulatively for advanced standing applicants
- completion of 480 hours of field education for advanced standing applicants
- senior field evaluation forms for advanced standing applicants
- personal statement
- resume
- three letters of reference
- toefl scores for students whom english is a second language
tulane university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
new orleans, louisiana
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 48+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree in liberal arts from an accredited college or university
- bachelor of social work degree from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- grade of ’b+’ or higher in field practicum for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- resume
- statement of purpose
- two letters of recommendation
- toefl for applicants whom english is their second language
university at buffalo
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
buffalo, new york
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.5+ years
credits: 35+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program
- grad of “b-” or better in all undergraduate social work courses
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- three letters of recommendation
- official transcripts
- essay
- additional requirements for international students
university of alaska, anchorage
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
anchorage, alaska
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 34+
concentrations:advanced generalist practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from a college or university with regional accreditation
- bachelor of social work earned within the last five years from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum 3.0 gpa
- minimum 3.5 gpa in bsw core courses and grade of ’a’ in field placement courses for advanced standing applicants
- human biology and statistics coursework
- resume
- personal statement
- writing sample
- three letters of reference
- official transcripts
university of arkansas, little rock
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
little rock, arkansas
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 3 years
credits: 60
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree with a liberal arts perspective from an accredited institution
- minimum 3.0 gpa
- narrative statement of professional orientation
- three letters of reference
- any volunteer, employment or life experiences related to social work
- official transcripts
university of central florida
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
orlando, florida
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 32+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited institution
- bachelor degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last six years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.3 in last 60 credits for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- completion of humanities, physical and biological sciences, mathematics, and social sciences coursework
- resume
- three letters of recommendation
- professional statement
- writing sample
university of denver
graduate school of social work
master of social work (msw)
denver, colorado
the online msw program: msw@denver delivered by the university of denver’s (du) top-ranked school of social work offers customizable pathway options including mental health and trauma, preparing students to work with diverse populations impacted by oppression. all classes are taught by du faculty and are limited to approximately 15 students. as members of the university’s academic community, students work closely with faculty who have a range of community experiences and research interests, from social and economic justice to multicultural communities.
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: as few as 24 months
credits: 54-81 graduate-level credits
mental health and trauma, health, equity and wellness
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution to be considered for admission
- minimum undergraduate gpa is a cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits (approximately two years of work) for the baccalaureate degree
- official transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- resume
- career goals statement
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university of houston
graduate college of social work
master of social work (msw)
houston, texas
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 39+
concentrations:clinical practice, macro practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree with a liberal arts foundation from an accredited university or college
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- three letters of reference
- personal narrative statement
- proficiency in english testing may be required
university of iowa
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
iowa city, iowa
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.5+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations:clinical practice, leadership
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last five years
- minimum gpa of 3.2 with a major gpa of 3.5
- three letters of recommendation
- statement of purpose
- resume
- unofficial transcripts
- essays
- toefl scores for applicants whose first language is not english
university of louisville
kent school of social work
master of science in social work (mssw)
louisville, kentucky
name of degree: master of science in social work (mssw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 30
concentrations:alcohol and drug counseling, gerontology, mental health, military social work, psychosocial oncology
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last seven years for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation
- essay, additional essay required for advanced standing applying into a specialization
- minimum gpa of 3.0 preferred, with 3.25 in social work coursework for advanced standing applicants
- resume
- copies of practicum evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- additional requirements for international applicants
university of missouri
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
columbia, missouri
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 39+
concentrations:advanced clinical practice, planning and administration
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree in social work earned within the last seven years accredited by the cswe
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- completed coursework in college-level statistics
- transcripts
- resume
- three letters of recommendation
- personal statement
- field evaluation documentation
- english proficiency exam if english is not your native language
university of new england
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
portland, maine
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 3+ years
credits: 60
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited institution within the last seven years
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- evidence of experience in the human services field with msw supervisions
- professional statements
- resume
- two letters of recommendation
- copy of field evaluations
- official transcripts
- additional requirements for international admissions
university of north dakota
department of social work
master of social work (msw)
grand forks, north dakota
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 3+ years
credits: 60
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- at least 30 credits of liberal art coursework
- grade of ’’c’’ or higher in statistics course before entering the advanced generalist curriculum
- willingness to abide by the nasw code of ethics and the university’s code of student life
- minimum undergraduate gpa of 3.0 or 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate program
- personal statement
- resume
- official transcripts
- statement of goals
- three letters of recommendation
- satisfy requirement outlined for english language proficiency
university of northern iowa
department of social work
master of social work (msw)
cedar falls, iowa
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 37+
concentrations:trauma informed practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- bachelor degree in social work from a program accredited by the cswe for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0, 3.2 for advanced standing applicants
- personal statement
- resume
- completion of a statistics course with a minimum grade of ’’c’’
- related work, volunteer, or practicum experience
- three letters of recommendation
university of south florida
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
tampa, florida
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 35+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree with liberal arts coursework
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last five years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- grade of ’’b-’’ or better for social work courses for advanced standing applicants
- three letters of recommendation
- personal statement
- one year of post-undergraduate work in a social service agency preferred
- interview may be required
- official transcripts
university of tennessee at knoxville
college of social work
master of science in social work (mssw)
knoxville, tennessee
name of degree: master of science in social work (mssw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 37+
concentrations:evidence-based interpersonal practice, organizational leadership
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by regional accrediting agency
- bachelor of social work accredited by the cswe earned in the last five years for advanced standing applicants
- completed coursework in social science
- liberal arts perspective coursework
- minimum gpa of 2.7, 3.0 preferred, 3.0 gpa required for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- personal statement
- three letters of reference
- resume
- additional requirements for international applicants
university of texas, arlington
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
arlington, texas
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 61
concentrations:community and administrative practice, direct practice in aging, direct practice in mental health and substance abuse, direct practice with children and families
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited institution
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within the last six years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0 in last 60 hours of undergraduate work, 3.0 required for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation for applicants who do not fully meet the other requirements
- personal narrative for applicants who do not fully meet the other requirements
- toefl or tse scores for applicants whose native language is not english
west virginia university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
morgantown, west virginia
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations:advanced integrated practice
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from a regionally accredited university or college
- bachelor of social work degree from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 2.75, 3.0 preferred, 3.25 in social work undergrad courses for advanced standing applicants
- official transcripts
- resume
- three letters of recommendation
- admission essay
- additional requirements for international applicants
western kentucky university
department of social work
master of social work (msw)
bowling green, kentucky
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: n/a
credits: 33+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree
- liberal arts coursework in sociology, psychology or anthropology and one course in american government, political science or economics
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program earned within last seven years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 2.75 in last 60 hours or undergraduate program, 3.0 for advanced standing applicants
- gre scores only required if gpa below 2.75
- 400 hours of field experience under social work supervision for advanced standing applicants
- final field evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- completion of a statistics course for advanced standing applicants
- three letters of reference
- interview may be required
western new mexico university
school of social work
master of social work (msw)
silver city, new mexico
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 1.5+ years
credits: 38+
concentrations: n/aadmission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited college or university recognized by chea
- bachelor of social work accredited by the cswe earned in the last eight years for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- three letters of reference
- personal statement
- resume
widener university
center for social work education
master of social work (msw)
chester, pennsylvania
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 36+
concentrations:clinical social work
admission requirements:
- bachelor degree from an accredited college or university
- bachelor’s degree in social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0, 3.3 for coursework in social work major for advanced standing applicants
- statement of purpose
- two recommendations
- official transcripts
yeshiva university
wurzweiler school of social work
master of social work (msw)
new york, new york
name of degree: master of social work (msw)
enrollment type: part-time
length of program: 2+ years
credits: 30+
concentrations:gerontology and palliative care, addictions
admission requirements:
- bachelor’s degree
- bachelor of social work from a cswe-accredited program for advanced standing applicants
- minimum gpa of 3.0
- final fieldwork evaluation for advanced standing applicants
- personal statement
- letter of recommendation
- official transcripts
- additional requirements for international applicants