The Best Online MSW Programs
Summary of work: More than 92 hours of research. Every online Master of Social Work program in the US analyzed. 36 industry experts, hiring managers, current students, and alumni consulted. 45 of the best programs identified
Our Picks
- 1Columbia University
- 2University of Southern...
- 3Ohio State University
- 4University of North...
- 5University of Illinois...
- 6Tulane University
- 7Michigan State University
- 8University of Tennessee...
- 9Indiana University
- 10Boston University
- 11Virginia Commonwealth University
- 12Case Western Reserve...
- 13Colorado State University
- 14University of North...
- 15Texas State University
- 16University of Kansas
- 17Baylor University
- 18Rutgers University
- 19University of Arkansas
- 20University of Houston
- 21Louisiana State University
- 22Bryn Mawr College
- 23Fordham University
- 24University of Louisville
- 25University of Arkansas...
- 26University of Denver
- 27Florida State University
- 28University of Alabama
- 29Arizona State University
- 30University at Buffalo
- 31Temple University
- 32University of South...
- 33Boise State University
- 34Widener University
- 35Portland State University
- 36California State University...
- 37Simmons University
- 38Edinboro University
- 39Campbellsville University
- 40Brescia University
- 41University of Central...
- 42University of Texas...
- 43San Jose State...
- 44University of Texas...
- 45California State University...
Overview
While there are different types of social work, most agree that a social worker’s primary responsibility is advocacy. Professionals advocate for people including families and children in need of financial assistance, students facing bullying, and patients dealing with illnesses or addiction. Given the importance of their roles, many social workers consider pursuing a master’s degree to get specialized training in specific areas of the industry. Doing so, helps them move beyond the general grey areas of social work to better help those facing distinct challenges.
Students in a master’s program can choose from a variety of specializations — clinical social work, family services, or school counseling are only a few examples. No matter your choice, students also receive the latest training in communication, hands-on experience in their desired professional setting, and even advice for processing the emotional challenges of the industry. In short, programs ensure students are prepared to help people confront and surpass emerging hardships.
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In addition, the world of social work is continuing to evolve. New positions and professionals are needed to face the challenges and financial hardships of modern society. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that demand for social workers is growing at a rate of 16%, which is faster than the national average. More than ever, degree holders have the unique opportunity to positively influence the lives of others whether they are people in need or other social workers looking for their specialized calling.
For more more resources and career information related to this degree, please read our career guide here.
Our Methodology
Best Online MSW Programs
We took a deep-dive and analyzed every online Master of Social Work program in the nation. Below are the results of our analysis and a list of the Top 45 online MSW programs.
Read about our methodology here.
Columbia University
1255 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10027Columbia University is a member of the Ivy League and has a prestigious faculty who educates students for leadership careers in the Master of Social Work program. The school's renowned faculty educates students in the field of social work and prepares them for careers at every local, state, federal and global level.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Masters in Social Work
Available Concentrations: Advanced Clinical Practice, Social Enterprise Administration
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 33 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,200 hours; Advanced Standing: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 2-4 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Spring, Fall; Advanced Standing: late July/early August
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Spring: October 15; Fall: December 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
95%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$1,564 per credit
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089USC offers a master's in social work program for full- and part-time students with experience in family counseling, mental health and other fields. This program is ideal for those who plan to become licensed clinical social workers thanks in part to its CSWE accreditation and in-depth curriculum.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Adult Mental Health and Wellness; Children, Youth, and Families; Social Change and Innovation
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, On-Campus
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 37 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,000 hours; Advanced Standing: 550 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, Part-time
Program Length: 1-3 years
Program start dates: August (Traditional exclusive), September, January
Admission RequirementsGPA: 3.0
School Type
Private
Tuition
$1863 per credit
Ohio State University
1947 College Rd Columbus, OH 43210Ohio State University's online master's in social work program is ideal for busy students on the go. The coursework is delivered asynchronously and accessible wherever there's an internet connection, giving students the ability to work from their smartphones, laptops or tablets while also being able to engage in live classroom sessions no matter where they reside.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Mental Health and Substance Misuse; Child and Youth Services
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 63 credits, Advanced Standing: 43 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours, Advanced Standing: 672 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Traditional: Full-time, part-time; Advanced Standing: part-time
Program Length: Traditional full-time: 2 years; Advanced Standing: 1-2 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Autumn; Advanced Standing: Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: October 1 - April 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
59%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $723 per credit; Out-of-state: $851 per credit
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
325 Pittsboro St, #3550 Chapel Hill, NC 27599The University of North Carolina's Master of Social Work program prepares students for agency-based practice after graduation. With this concentration, students learn several core principals and gain more than a thousand hours of field experience to prepare them for a role in various local, state and federal agencies.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Hybrid, On-campus
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or its international equivalent
Credit Requirements: 62 credits
Field Education Requirements: 16 hours per week
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 3 years
Program start dates: August
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: February 12
Work Experience: Social Work experience is not required, but preferred
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $675 per credit; Out-of-state: $1,506 per credit
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
1010 W Nevada St Urbana, IL 61801The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is known for producing award-winning alumni with 23 Pulitzer Prize winners and 11 Nobel laureates in its 150-year history. Students who enroll in the Master of Social Work degree program gain vital experience and knowledge to guide them toward a successful career.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Advanced Clinical (Hybrid only), Leadership and Social Change
Accrediting Body: NCACS, THLC
DeliveryFormat: Online or Hybrid
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 72 credits, Advanced Standing: 44 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 960 hours, Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-4 years
Program start dates: Spring
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 15
GPA: 3.0
Work Experience: Experience in human services (paid, volunteer, research and/or internship)
Graduation Rate
84%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$588 per credit
Tulane University
127 Elk Pl New Orleans, LA 70112The Tulane School of Social Work prepares students to engage in integrated clinical and community practice. Tulane's faculty prepares future leaders to engage in culturally responsive, evidenced informed practice and community engagement using a local/global perspective relationship centered framework that enables them to contribute to the transformation of individuals, families, and communities.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Certificates: Disaster and Collective Trauma; Mental Health, Addictions and the Family
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree 3.0 GPA, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program with at least a 3.3 GPA in the last 5 years
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 44 credits
Field Education Requirements: 948 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Traditional: Full-time, part-time; Advanced Standing: Full-time
Program Length: Traditional: 16-32 months; Advanced Standing: 12 months
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring, Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Rolling
GPA: Traditional: 3.0; Advanced Standing: 3.3 (requires GPA of 3.0 in all social work coursework) in the last 5 years
School Type
Private
Tuition
$1,057 per credit
Michigan State University
655 Auditorium Rd East Lansing, MI 48824Michigan State University's MSW program includes two paths for students to hone their skills for career advancement: clinical social work and organization and community leadership. Whether students prefer to work with families or organizations, the social work program offers unique concentrations to accommodate distance learners and their career goals.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Clinical Social Work, Organization and Community Leadership
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
DeliveryFormat: Blended face-to-face/online
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
Residency Requirements: Students must live in Michigan or within 50 miles of the Michigan border throughout the duration of the program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 57 credits, Advanced Standing: 38 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 960 hours, Advanced Standing: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 Years
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall; Advanced Standing: Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 10
GPA: 3.0
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $756 per credit; Out-of-state: $1,485 per credit
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
1618 Cumberland Ave Knoxville, TN 37996The University of Tennessee at Knoxville offers an online Master of Social Work degree program with an Organizational Leadership concentration. Students who enroll in this program receive education in a variety of subjects such as motivational interviewing and go on to work as social work leaders for major organizations.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Science in Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 37 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,376 hours; Advanced Standing: 672 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 2-4 years; Advanced Standing: 1-2 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: February 1
GPA: Traditional: 2.7; Advanced Standing: 3.0
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $686 per credit; Out-of-state: $761 per credit
Indiana University
301 University Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46202IU offers an online Master of Social Work degree program for students who want to become clinicians and to help families, groups and individuals. The university's professors have field experience as clinicians and assist every student along the way to becoming future clinicians in their communities.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 41 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 960 hours; Advanced Standing: 640 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Summer, Fall, Spring
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Summer: January 4; Fall: April 15, Spring: June
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
78%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $574 per credit; Out-of-state: $716 per credit
Boston University
264 Bay State Road Boston, MA 2215Boston University's professors excel in preparing students for careers in macro-level social work. The online Master of Social Work degree program has a concentration in macro practice and readies students for roles as policy advocates and organizational leaders.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work (MSW)
Available Concentrations: Clinical Practice, Macro Practice
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsCredit Requirements: 65 credits
Field Education Requirements: 1-2 internships depending on track
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 6-9 semesters depending on track
Program start dates: January, May, September
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Rolling
GPA: 3.0 for Advanced Standing track; None for Traditional, HSE tracks
Work Experience: 2 years in human services for HSE track
Graduation Rate
85%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$825 per credit
Virginia Commonwealth University
1000 Floyd Ave Richmond, VA 23284Virginia Commonwealth University's online Master of Social Work program offers students the flexibility to earn their degree in two to four years. Students can finish the courses entirely online but will have to complete field placements at agencies in Virginia or the Washington, D.C., area.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Undergraduate degree
Credit Requirements: 60 credits
Field Education Requirements: 900 hours in the VA/DC metro area
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, Part-time
Program Length: 2 or 4 years
Program start dates: August
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 16
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
85%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $674 per credit; Out-of-state: $1,386
Case Western Reserve University
11235 Bellflower Rd Cleveland, OH 44106Case Western Reserve University offers a Master of Science in Social Administration program that equates to a master's in social work. Professionals who want to advance their careers to administrative roles will develop the skills and knowledge to succeed in their respective organizations.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences
Program Name: Master of Science in Social Administration
Available Concentrations: Community Practice for Social Change; Direct Practice
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 36 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,050 hours; Advanced Standing: 900 hours
Program LengthProgram Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Fall, Spring, Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: June 28; Spring: November 2; Summer: March 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
81%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$1,484 per credit
Colorado State University
2545 Research Blvd Fort Collins, CO 80526Colorado State University offers a three-year, part-time hybrid program for students who are ready to earn their Master of Social Work degree. The hybrid program consists of online coursework with two learning weekends on campus each semester.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, On-campus
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 40 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 945 hours; Advanced Standing: 675 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 3 years; Advanced Standing: 2 years
Program start dates: Spring
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Tradional: June 1 (Fort Collins Campus); Advanced Standing: July 31 (Boulder Campus)
GPA: 3.0
Work Experience: 400 hours of verifiable human service work and/or volunteer experience
Graduation Rate
45%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$689 per credit (Fort Collins Cohort) or $699 per credit (Boulder Cohort)
University of North Dakota
225 Centennial Dr Grand Forks, ND 58202The University of North Dakota provides an advanced standing Master of Social Work degree program for students who have already earned a bachelor's at an accredited school. Advanced standing students only need to complete 500 fieldwork hours to graduate, which is better when compared to other universities that require 800 fieldwork hours or more.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Department of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 63 credits; Advanced Standing: 36 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 950 hours; Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 3-4 years; Advanced Standing: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Spring: January; Advanced Standing: Summer: May
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Spring: June 15; Summer: November 15
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
55%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$634 per credit
Texas State University
601 University Dr San Marcos, TX 78666Students who enroll in the online Master of Social Work program get the same core experience as on-campus students. The same faculty delivers the online coursework and provides continuous student support every semester.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Direct Practice, Administrative Leadership
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 62 credits; Advanced Standing: 36 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours; Advanced Standing: 540 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 4 years; Advanced Standing: 2 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: March 15
GPA: 3.0
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $328 per credit; Out-of-state: $743 per credit
University of Kansas
1545 Lilac Ln Lawrence, KS 66045The University of Kansas prepares graduates for successful careers in social work thanks to a generalist foundation level and an advanced level of study. Students develop foundational and advanced skills in social work to work with children, families, individuals, communities and others in their chosen practice.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Welfare
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Clinical Practice
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
DeliveryFormat: Blended
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and field practicum evaluation
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 64 credits, Advanced Standing: 38 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,200 hours, Advanced Standing: 720 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time
Program Length: 2 years
Program start dates: Traditional: August; Advanced Standing: June
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Traditional: October 1 - February 15; Advanced Standing: October 1 - January 15
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
42%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $419 per credit; Out-of-state: $977 per credit
Baylor University
1301 S University Parks Dr Waco, TX 76798Baylor University makes it easy for students to get on the right path to a career in social work with two available tracks and phases in the MSW program. With standard and advanced standing tracks available and also generalist and specialist phases, students can customize a program that suits their exact needs for successful social work careers.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Diana R. Garland School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits, Advanced Standing: 32 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,030 hours, Advanced Standing: 550 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 1-3 years
Program start dates: May 6; August, January
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: May: February 4 (Priority), March 4 (Final)
Graduation Rate
72%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$1,716 per credit
Rutgers University
536 George St New Brunswick, NJ 8901Rutgers University's online Master of Social Work program prepares students for successful careers in correctional social work. They learn invaluable skills to perform psychological assessments to determine the level of mental health and stability of inmates.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Clinical Social Work; Management and Policy
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits, Advanced Standing: 42 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 2 field placements, Advanced Standing: 1 field placement
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring, Summer; Advanced Standing: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: June 1; Spring: November 15; Summer: March 20
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
81%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$900 per credit
University of Arkansas
2 E Center St Fayetteville, AR 72701The University of Arkansas offers a full-time-only master's in social work program for students who already hold a bachelor's in social work. This full-time program allows students to complete all the coursework and to graduate in one year.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: J. William Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE accredited program
Credit Requirements: 39 credits
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time
Program Length: 1 year
Program start dates: Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 14
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
64%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$420 per credit
University of Houston
3511 Cullen Blvd Houston, TX 77204The University of Houston's Master of Social Work online program is designed to give students a way to participate in live discussions with each other throughout the entire course. Students can communicate with one another during and after the lessons to help each other succeed in the virtual classroom.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Graduate College of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Clinical Practice, Macro Practice
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 63 credits; Advanced Standing: 38 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours; Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 3 years; Advanced Standing: 2-2.5 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: August 1 - March 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
48%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $434 per credit; Out-of-state: $949 per credit
Louisiana State University
319 Huey P. Long Field House, #311 Baton Rouge, LA 70803Louisiana State University offers its Master of Social Work degree program to distance learners who want to receive the same support as those who attend classes on campus. Students receive an enrollment specialist who helps with everything from registration to financial aid, and each student has unlimited access to resources such as the university's library, career planning and personal advising services.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 33 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 960 hours; Advanced Standing: 480 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 2 years (full-time), 3-4 years (part-time); Advanced Standing: 1-2 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Spring I: January; Spring II: March 11; Summer I: May 6; Summer II: July 1; Fall I: August 26; Fall II: October 21; Advanced Standing: Summer II: July 1
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Spring I: October 21; Spring II: January 14; Summer I: March 11; Summer II: May 6; Fall I: July 1; Fall II: August 26
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
67%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$539 per credit
Bryn Mawr College
300 Airdale Rd Bryn Mawr, PA 19010Bryn Mawr College works with the students' scheduling and provides numerous options to accommodate their work-school-family obligations. Students can opt for full- or part-time classes and choose to attend online, on campus or a hybrid of the two depending on what's best for them.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Certificate: Clinical Social Work; Community Practice, Policy, and Advocacy
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, On-site
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree
Course Requirements: 12 courses
Field Education Requirements: 4 field placements
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: December 1 (Early Action), April 15 (Regular Decision)
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
82%
School Type
Private
Tuition
$4,530 per course
Fordham University
441 E Fordham Rd Bronx, NY 10458Fordham University's Master of Social Work degree program includes a concentration in human services. Students who choose this concentration focus on improving the overall quality of a person's life and prepare for management positions in human services organizations.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Graduate School of Social Service
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Individuals and Families; Organizations and Community; Evaluation; Policy Practice and Advocacy
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 66 credits; Advanced Standing: 33 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,200 hours; Advanced Standing: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: January, May, September
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: May: January 21 (Priority), February 25 (Final); September: May 20 (Priority), June 24 (Final)
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
80%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$935 per credit
University of Louisville
2217 S 3rd St Louisville, KY 40292The University of Louisville offers its online students five specializations in the Master of Social Work program: military social work, mental health, gerontology, alcohol and drug concealing and psychosocial oncology. Students may select any one of these specializations to enhance not only their knowledge but also their career path.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Kent School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Science in Social Work
Available Concentrations: Psychosocial Oncology, Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Counseling, Military Social Work, Gerontology
Accrediting Body: CSWE, SACS
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 30 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours; Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Length: 1-3 years
Program start dates: Fall, Spring
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: December 15-Feburary 28 (Preferred), May 30 (Final); Spring: September 30
GPA: Traditional: 2.75; Advanced Standing: 3.0 (minimum Social Work coursework GPA of 3.25)
Graduation Rate
54%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$714 per credit
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
2801 S University Ave Little Rock, AR 72204The University of Arkansas offers a Master of Social Work program with an advanced standing option for students with a CSWE-accredited bachelor's degree from another school. The program focuses on evidence-based practice and teaches students the skills to work with individuals and families in more productive and efficient ways.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 43 credits
Field Education Requirements: 1,200 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 3 years
Program start dates: Spring (part-time exclusive), Summer, Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Summer, Fall: February 1; Spring: November 1 (part-time exclusive)
GPA: Advanced Standing applicants must have a 3.5 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate studies in addition to a cummulative 3.0 GPA
Work Experience: Volunteer, employment, and other life experiences relevant to the career choice of social work
School Type
Public
Tuition
$383 per credit
University of Denver
2148 S High St Denver, CO 80208Temple University's online Master of Social Work program is ranked near the top every year for its faculty, live class sessions and student support. In fact, distance learners have access to many different services to assist with their careers, such as resume preparation and interview coaching, which helps them prepare for face-to-face interviews at future agencies and practices.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Graduate School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Mental Health and Trauma
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 90 credits, Advanced Standing: 60 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 2 field internships, Advanced Standing: 1 field internship
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: January, March, June, September
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Rolling
GPA: 2.5; 3.0 is preferred
Graduation Rate
76%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$947 per credit
Florida State University
296 Champions Way Tallahassee, FL 32306Florida State University uses Blackboard to educate its students and to train them for future careers through its online Master of Social Work degree program. This master's program focuses heavily on Blackboard, giving students access to their lessons, videos, prerecorded audio, coursework and more all in one convenient and organized place.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, On-campus
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and 400 hours of field education in generalist practice
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 61 credits, Advanced Standing: 39 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 2 field placements, Advanced Standing: 1 field placement
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Fall, Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: June 1; Summer: March 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
79%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $444 per credit; Out-of-state: $625 per credit
University of Alabama
670 Judy Bonner Dr Tuscaloosa, AL 35401The University of Alabama offers two family-oriented concentrations in its online Master of Social Work program. Students who earn their degree with this concentration work in private- and public practices as child welfare agents and family, marriage and mental health counselors.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Services with Children, Adolescents, and their Families; Services to Adults and their Families; Program and Agency Administration
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, On-campus
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits, Advanced Standing: 42 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,000 hours, Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Summer, Fall; Advanced Standing: Spring, Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Spring: September 1; Summer: February 1; Fall: April 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
44%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$394 per credit
Arizona State University
411 N Central Ave, #800 Phoenix, AZ 85004Arizona State University's online Master of Social Work program prepares students for a career in sociology. Students learn how to study society and social behavior and go on to work in research organizations, consulting firms, colleges and more.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree
Credit Requirements: 60 credits
Field Education Requirements: 960 hours
Program LengthProgram Length: 3 years
Program start dates: January 7
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: November 1
GPA: 3.2
Work Experience: 240 hours of volunteer/work experience in social services during a six-month period within the last five years
Graduation Rate
58%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$1,466 per credit
University at Buffalo
685 Baldy Hall Buffalo, NY 14260The University at Buffalo offers a Master of Social Work degree program that integrates trauma-informed care and human rights perspectives into all aspects of the program. Students are not limited to predetermined concentration tracks, but rather have the opportunity to create their own specializations in the advanced portion of their curriculum. The online course lessons are delivered synchronously and asynchronously and educate students in the fundamentals of social work, human rights and diversity and oppression.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree in any subject; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program (completed within last 6 years), 3.0 GPA, and B- or higher grade in all social work courses
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 35 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours; Advanced Standing: 480 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: Traditional: 3 years, Advanced Standing: 1.5 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall; Advanced Standing: Spring
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: February 15; Spring: September 15
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
72%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $736 per credit; Out-of-state: $799 per credit
Temple University
1101 W Montgomery Ave Philadelphia, PA 19122Temple University's online Master of Social Work program offers a concentration in clinical practice with an emphasis on treatment interventions for both individuals and families. Though students complete the coursework online, they perform fieldwork to enhance their skills for when they enter the field as professionals.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Public Health
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Clinical Practice with Individuals, Families and Small Groups; Macro Practice with Organizations, Communities & Policy Arenas
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 30 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,100 hours; Advanced Standing: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-4 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring; Advanced Standing: Summer I
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: May 1; Spring: November 1; Summer I: April 1
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
69%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$975 per credit
University of South Florida
4202 E Fowler Ave Tampa, FL 4202The University of South Florida provides students with the opportunity to earn two degrees at once: a master's degree in social work and a master's degree in public health. Students can earn both degrees through online coursework and improve their skills for a career in community-, agency- or organization-based practices.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE, SACS
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: 35 credits
Field Education Requirements: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 1-3 years
Program start dates: Fall, Spring, Fall
Admission RequirementsGPA: 3.0
Work Experience: One year of work experience in a social service agency (in a service capacity) preferred
Graduation Rate
67%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $431 per credit; Out-of-state: $877 per credit
Boise State University
1910 University Dr Boise, ID 83725Boise State University's Master of Social Work program is designed to be flexible for students who can't commit to a full-time school schedule. Lessons are delivered asynchronously, allowing students to focus only on one lesson at a time while they balance their life outside of school.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Health Sciences
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 61 credits, Advanced Standing: 37 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,000 hours, Advanced Standing: 600 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, Part-Time
Program Length: 1-3 years
Program start dates: Fall: August; Spring: January; Summer: May
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: April 15; Spring: August 15; Summer: January 15
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
36%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$495 per credit
Widener University
1 University Pl Chester, PA 19013Widener University's online Master of Social Work program has a unique specialization in trauma for students who want to work closely with those who have suffered and still suffer from some form of trauma. During the students' 1,200 internship hours, they learn important concepts and practices on how to provide trauma-informed care for their patients.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Human Service Professions
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Certificate: Trauma
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 64 credits; Advanced Standing: 41 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 1,100 hours; Advanced Standing: 680 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: January 15
Admission RequirementsGPA: Advanced Standing applicants must have a 3.3 GPA in social work coursework in addition to the cummulative 3.0 GPA
School Type
Private
Tuition
$850 per credit
Portland State University
1800 SW 6th Ave, #600 Portland, OR 97201Portland State University offers its online Master of Social Work degree program for students who want to work in their own communities. The program's concentration focuses on community and organizational practice, preparing students for a future career after three years of education.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Practice and Leadership with Communities and Organizations; Health Across the Lifespan
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 78 credits, Advanced Standing: 46 credits
Field Education Requirements: 167 hours per term
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2-3 years
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall; Advanced Standing: Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Traditional: December 20; Advanced Standing: January
GPA: 2.75
Graduation Rate
92%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $456 per credit; Out-of-state: 660 per credit
Retention Rate
95%
California State University - Northridge
5500 University Pkwy Northridge, CA 91330CSU Northridge offers a two-year Master of Social Work online program with a heavy emphasis on urban family practice. An experienced staff with professional field experience trains students to work with troubled families as well as larger groups within organizations.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Baccalaureate degree awarded from an accredited college or university
Credit Requirements: 60 units
Field Education Requirements: 16 hours per week
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time
Program Length: 2 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 11
GPA: 2.5
Graduation Rate
93%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$752 per credit
Simmons University
300 Fenway Boston, MA 2115Simmons School of Social Work launched its online Master of Social Work degree program in 2014 and has trained hundreds of students since it opened. Online classes are limited to 15 students and provide live, interactive, self-paced education for a complete learning experience.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: College of Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Child and Family; Trauma and Interpersonal Violence; Mental Health and Addictions; Health and Aging
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Credit Requirements: 65 credits
Field Education Requirements: 1120 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 32 months
Program start dates: January, March, May, September, November
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: March: January 18 (Priority), February 6 (Final); May: March 15 (Priority), April 3 (Final)
GPA: 3.0
Work Experience: Relevant employment or volunteer experience required
Graduation Rate
67%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$1,060 per credit
Edinboro University
310 Scotland Road Edinboro, PA 16444Edinboro University's Department of Social Work provides an online Master of Social Work program with a concentration in Family Social Work Practice. Experienced professors in their field prepare students for careers helping families in their local communities.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Course Requirements: Traditional: 20 courses; Advanced Standing: 13 courses
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours; Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time
Program Length: Traditional: 2 years; Advanced Standing: 1 year
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring; Advanced Standing: Summer
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: July 1; Spring: November 15; Summer: May 15
GPA: Traditional: 2.8, Advanced Standing: 3.0
Graduation Rate
45%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $516 per credit; Out-of-state: $568 per credit
Campbellsville University
1 University Dr Campbellsville, KY 42718Campbellsville University offers the most affordable online Master of Social Work degree program for full- and part-time students. The program costs $559 per credit hour and requires 1,000 hours of fieldwork and 60 total credits before students can graduate.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Carver School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE, SACSCOC
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits, Advanced Standing: 30 credits
Field Education Requirements: 450 hours
Program LengthProgram Length: 2 years
Program start dates: January 7, May, August
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January: November 1; May: March 1; August: May 31
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
39%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$559 per credit
Brescia University
717 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301Brescia University's online Master of Social Work program prepares students for roles in community mental health clinics across the country. This program teaches students valuable skills such as how to address complex problems and to use evidence-based research to work with individuals and groups.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: Marilyn Younger Conley School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 60 credits, Advanced Standing: 30 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 900 hours, Advanced Standing: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 1-3 years
Admission RequirementsGPA: Traditional: 3.0 for last 60 hours earned, Advanced: 3.2 the last 60 hours earned
Graduation Rate
26%
School Type
Private Non-profit
Tuition
$600 per credit
University of Central Florida
12805 Pegasus Dr Orlando, FL 32816The University of Central Florida has an online Master of Social Work program with a concentration in child welfare services and offers coursework in psychosocial pathology. The classes are delivered through live interaction and include 1,000 hours of fieldwork, giving students hands-on training for helping children overcome difficulties in their lives.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree, Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 62 credits; Advanced Standing: 36 credits
Field Education Requirements: 900 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Traditional: Part-time; Advanced Standing: Full-time
Program Length: Traditional: 3 years; Advanced Standing: 16 months
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring, Summer; Advanced Standing: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: May 1; Spring: October 1; Summer: March 1
GPA: Traditional: 3.0 GPA in the last 60 credits; Advanced Standing: 3.3 GPA in the last 60 credits
School Type
Public
Tuition
$487 per credit
University of Texas at Arlington
211 S Cooper St Arlington, TX 76013The University of Texas at Arlington is a great value in terms of affordability and flexibility for distance learners who want to earn a master's degree in social work online. With an industry-leading faculty and exceptional financial support, students receive a quality education and are prepared for a rewarding career in the field of social work.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Masters of Social Work
Available Concentrations: Direct Practice with Children and Families, Direct Practice in Mental Health and Substance Abuse, and Direct Practice in Aging
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous, Synchronous
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Traditional: Bachelor's degree; Advanced Standing: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: Traditional: 61 credits; Advanced Standing: 38 credits
Field Education Requirements: Traditional: 960 hours; Advanced Standing: 480 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, Part-time
Program Length: 16-36 months
Program start dates: Traditional: Fall, Spring; Advanced Standing: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Fall: March 15; Spring: October 15
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
42%
School Type
Public
Tuition
In-state: $426 per credit; Out-of-state: $1,043 per credit
San Jose State University
One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192San Jose State University's faculty members are active members in social work and constantly engaged in scholarship and research. Students in the master's in social work program learn from industry expertise and develop skills that translate to successful careers of their own.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Masters of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online, Hybrid
Instruction Style: Synchronous, Asynchronous
Program requirementsCredit Requirements: 60 credits
Field Education Requirements: 16 hours per week
Program LengthProgram Options: Part-time
Program Length: 2 years
Program start dates: Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: February 1
GPA: 2.5
Work Experience: Volunteer, Internship, and/or work experience with marginalized or disadvantaged populations
Graduation Rate
52%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$550 per unit
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W University Dr Edinburg, TX 78539The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has a social work curriculum that's designed to prepare students for careers in community action agencies, social service organizations and more. A 500-hour practicum also develops the students skills and knowledge, giving them real-world experience to propel their own careers after college.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Science in Social Work
Available Concentrations: Administration and Community Practice, Direct Practice with Latino Individuals, Families, and Groups
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsPrerequisites: Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
Credit Requirements: 33 credits
Field Education Requirements: 500 hours
Program LengthProgram Options: Full-time, part-time
Program Length: 1-2 years
Program start dates: January 2
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: January 2
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
43%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$444 per credit
California State University - San Bernardino
5500 University Pkwy San Bernardino, CA 92407CSU San Bernardino's online Master of Social Work program has a focus in advanced generalization, giving students the skills to work with individuals and families as well as organizations and communities. With this concentration, students have the knowledge and the tools to assume generalist roles as probation officers, human services specialists, rehabilitation case workers and more.
Program OverviewDepartment Name: School of Social Work
Program Name: Master of Social Work
Accrediting Body: CSWE
DeliveryFormat: Online
Program requirementsCredit Requirements: 90 credits
Program LengthProgram Length: 3 years
Program start dates: Winter, Spring, Fall
Admission RequirementsApplication deadline: Winter: November; Spring: March 4; Fall: July 8
GPA: 3.0
Graduation Rate
48%
School Type
Public
Tuition
$400 per unit