Master of Social WorkAdvanced Standing Online MSW
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- Admission Requirements
- Tuition & Financial Aid
- Master of Social Work Tracks
- Curriculum
- GRE Waiver Criteria
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Bachelor's in Social Work Required- Average Completion Time: Two Years
- GRE waiver available*
Bachelor's in Social Work Required
Applications open for: Spring, 2022 (Jan. 5, 2022 start date)
Application deadline: October 1, 2021
Application must be complete by the deadline, including the initial appointment with an advisor, and submission of all required documents.
It is recommended that the application be submitted 9 to 12 months prior to the proposed term of enrollment.
- Available to residents in all 50 states (some exceptions in FL)
- Clinically focused to qualify students for social work licensure
- Program includes one field placement
- 39 credit hours
- Pace: Part-time (2 courses per semester online)
- Courses are 16 weeks; summer may have 12- or 13-week courses, depending on the year
- Average completion time: Two years
- You have a Bachelor of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited institution
- You have a minimum of 400 hours of field education in generalist practice
- GRE not required for those who meet waiver criteria*
- Submit a statement of purpose and resume
- Please note: if you do not have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree, please visit FSU's online Traditional MSW Program page.
A Student-Focused Online Experience
Our online MSW program is designed for working professionals across the nation, with a part-time flexibe format and dedicated support. See how FSU help set students up for success and more about the online MSW experience directly from some of our students:
"I did my homework, and Florida State University is one of the highest-ranked master's programs for clinical social work in the country. FSU also had the highest graduation rate.
As a mature student with the responsibilities of work and parenting, I needed asynchronous classes, a flexible schedule, supportive teachers, and a fabulous student success coach to keep me motivated and on track.
Now that I am a part of the program, I can tell you FSU is even better than I had imagined!
I recommend Florida State University to anyone considering a Masters of Social Work degree."
-Liza Samuel, FSU MSW student
Ranked #33 in social work in 2020 by U.S News & World Report.
Ranked in the Top 25 "Best Values in Public Colleges" by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
We rigorously adhere to the accreditation standards established by the Council on Social Work Education
Connect with a Friendly MSW Admissions Advisor
Whether you just have a simple question or need advice to determine if this Master of Social Work program is right for you, our friendly MSW advisors are here to guide you. They can chat with you on your schedule and guide you through the entire admissions process so you can feel confident in moving forward with an Online MSW program.
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My Advisor has impacted me tremendously ... she supported me the entire way through my MSW application process. She made it easier to complete all the necessary requirements and apply for the social work program I was meant to take.
- S. Thompson
Pursue a License in Social Work with In-Field Placements
As an online MSW student, you’ll participate in social work field placements that will qualify you to pursue a license in clinical social work upon graduation. Both our Advanced Standing and Traditional online Master of Social Work programs are clinically-focused so you’ll get the real-world experience you need to be career-ready. Our social work programs are part-time to accommodate busy working professionals.
