Does the FSU Online MSW require the GRE?

No, the GRE is not required at FSU, CSW Online at this time.

What’s the difference between the Advanced Standing and Traditional programs?

Advanced Standing is available to students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited institution or students who are transferring from a CSWE-accredited two-year master's degree program with one year of generalist studies field placement. The Traditional program is for students who hold a bachelor’s degree, but their degree is not in the social work concentration.

What is the format of classes for Florida State University’s Master of Social Work?

FSU gives students a robust learning experience in an online learning environment. The format of online classes varies based on the professor. Some courses are going to require discussion boards, others are writing intensive, while some professors provide recorded lectures. The program is asynchronous, however, there are two classes that require weekend travel to Tallahassee for an intensive skill building experience. There is also an advanced level course that requires meeting via zoom on one Saturday during the semester of this upper level course.

What if I want to get my social work license and practice outside of Florida?

FSU’s College of Social Work and the College’s Office of Professional Development work with students to make them career ready. While the MSW program meets all the licensure requirements for Florida, if you are a student who wants to practice in a different state after you graduate, contact the state board for licensure requirements and email, fax, or scan the requirements to the Office of Professional Development.

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Masters in Social Work Online from FSU — Master of Social Work
Traditional Online MSW Program

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Average Completion time: Three Years
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Traditional Online MSW Program

FSU Online MSW Program Application Deadlines

Fall 2023 - Application deadline May 1, 2023 - application portal is OPEN!

The application must be completed by the deadline, including the initial appointment with an advisor and submission of all required documents.

It is recommended that the students should apply as early as possible to the proposed term of enrollment.

*Please only apply to the advanced standing portal if you have a BSW. Traditional students (those without a BSW degree) should use this portal to submit their application. Using the wrong portal will result in a delay in processing your application.

Traditional MSW Program Fast Facts

Available to residents in all 50 states (some exceptions in FL)
Clinically focused to qualify students for social work licensure
Program includes two social work field placements
61 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: Three years
Two mandatory weekends on campus for skill-building sessions (usually second and third semesters)

Admission Requirements At-A-Glance

You have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
GRE not required
You have a 3.0 GPA or better on everything past the first 60 hours of undergraduate courses (upper-division GPA), or you must have earned a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
Submit a statement of purpose and resume
If you have completed a baccalaureate degree in social work, please visit the Advanced Standing Program page

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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 helps set students up for success and more about the online MSW experience directly from some of our students:

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Florida State University is ranked #19 among the Top Public Universities nationwide and among the Best Value public universities.

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Ranked a Top 30 Social Work Programs by U.S. News and World Report and a Top 30 Best Value Colleges by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance.

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We rigorously adhere to the accreditation standards established by the Council on Social Work Education.

Connect with an 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 about your schedule and guide you through the entire admissions process so that you feel confident moving forward.

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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.
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Work in a Wide Array of Social Work Fields & Specializations

Substance abuse counseling
Child welfare/family services
Veterans affairs/services to military personnel
Private practice
Government agencies or NGOs
Corporations or high-profile businesses
Hospitals, clinics, and outpatient care settings
Internationally focused organizations/practices

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. It is very difficult to secure a placement during nights and weekends as we want to make sure you have a supervisor onsite to help and mentor you and this is usually done during traditional working hours.

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Online MSW In-Field Placements