Applicants to Adelphi University’s part-time online master’s degree program in social work can complete their degree in three years and personalize their educational path by adding the university's health across the life course specialization to their studies. Students are required to complete 950 field hours to graduate. Those students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing can complete their degree in as little as 15 months and are required to complete 475 field hours to graduate. Applications to the program are accepted on a rolling basis, with no GRE requirement.

Applicants to Albany State University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in specialized clinical practice or a macro concentration while completing their advanced generalist studies. The program requires students to complete 500 field hours for each practicum and the degree can be completed in two years or one year for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. There is no GRE requirement for application consideration. Application deadlines are in June for students planning to enter the program in fall, in November for the spring, and in March for summer enrollment.

Students enrolled in Alliance University’s online master’s degree program in social work choose between specializations of clinical social work practice, or leadership in organizations and communities. Students must complete 1,050 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and a GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Andrews University’s online master’s degree program in social work allows students to choose from specializations in areas of trauma, clinical counseling, or human services management. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. The deadline to submit an application is July 30 for fall enrollment, November 15 for spring applicants, and April 1 for the summer session. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Students admitted to Angelo State University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to add a clinical practice specialization to their advanced generalist studies which requires students to complete 500 additional field hours in addition to the 900-hour foundational requirement. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing must complete 500 field hours to graduate. The program has no GRE requirement and grants rolling admissions; the application opens in May, with a priority consideration deadline in December, and a final deadline in March.

Appalachian State University’s online master’s degree program in social work allows students to choose from specializations in areas of community and organizational practice or individuals and families. The program requires students to complete 240 field hours each semester, and degree completion generally takes between one to two years. A GRE score is required for application consideration, but can be waived with an undergraduate GPA above 3.2 or completion of a graduate degree in another discipline. The application deadline for summer is February 1.

Arizona State University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers a non-clinical advanced generalist practice degree which can be completed in two years and requires 960 field hours prior to graduation. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing can choose to specialize in the Child Welfare Education Program (CWEP), and must complete 480 field hours to graduate. Applications are accepted in June for students entering the program in fall, and there is a November deadline for students beginning in spring. No GRE score is required.

Arkansas State University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or a licensed independent social worker (LISW). Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes 25 months attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. The deadline to submit an application is April 24 for a May 8 start. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Aurora University’s online master’s degree program in social work accepts applications on a rolling basis. Students choose from specializations in areas of: addictions, child welfare, forensic social work, gerontology, health care, leadership administration, or military and veteran social work. Students in the program can choose to earn a professional educator license in school social work (PEL), choose from a dual MSW/MBA program, or dual MSW/MPA program. There is no advanced standing or accelerated option available. Degree completion generally takes less than three years. There is no GRE score requirement.

Austin Peay State University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares graduates for advanced generalist practice. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. Applications are available online in October and are due on February 1. Applicants will be notified of admission decisions prior to April 27. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Barry University’s part-time online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to focus on clinical social work upon graduation. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 580 field hours to graduate. Priority deadline for fall is July 1, with a final deadline on July 15. The summer semester final deadline for advanced standing students only is April 15. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Baylor University’s online master’s degree program in social work accepts applications on a rolling basis, with no GRE requirement, and offers three start dates per year in January, May, and August. Baylor’s online program offers an advanced and an accelerated program, which can be completed in as few as 12 to 20 months when attending full-time, however part-time options are available. Students can choose to specialize in clinical practice or community practice, and must complete 1,030 field hours to graduate. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing must complete 550 field hours to graduate.

Students enrolled in Boise State University’s online master’s degree program in social work will focus on a generalist practice which requires 1,000 field hours to graduate, or 500 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. The program can be completed in two years full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students, with part-time options available. There are three application deadlines per year: one in April for students entering the program in fall, one in August for spring, and a January deadline for summer. No GRE score is required.

Boston University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to focus on clinical practice or macro practice. Students must complete 1,200 field hours to graduate. The program offers a human service experience track (HSE), which is open to applicants with a minimum of two years of full-time supervised human services experience. The program consists of 65 credits which can be completed in three years over the course of nine semesters (fall, spring, and summer). Students take foundation and advanced courses online, attend weekly required live classroom sessions held Sunday or Monday nights, and complete a single 1,000-hour field internship. The online MSW Program accepts students three times a year. Students can apply to begin the online program in the spring (January), summer (May), or fall (September) semester. There is no GRE score requirement for application consideration.

Brescia University’s online master’s degree program in social work is currently accepting spring and fall applications for the advanced standing MSW program. The spring deadline is August 15, and the fall deadline is February 15. The program prepares graduates for advanced generalist practice. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. There is no GRE score requirement.

Cal Poly Humboldt ’s part-time online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become an advanced generalist with an emphasis working in rural and Indigenous communities. Students must complete 960 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 480 field hours to graduate. Full and part-time options are available. The program requires students to visit campus for 3 days each January for orientation, community building and skill development. A GRE score is not required for application consideration, and the program has start dates in January or June.

California Baptist University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares graduates for advanced generalist practice. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The program offers fall admission only. The priority application deadline is May 15, and the final deadline is July 15. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

California State University, Chico’s online master’s degree program in social work admits students once every three years, with the next cohort of students starting fall 2024. Students must complete 1,200 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 720 field hours to graduate. The online program prepares graduates for advanced generalist practice. The application timeline is from October 1 to January 15, and has no GRE score requirement.

California State University, East Bay’s online master’s degree program in social work allows students to choose from specializations in areas of children, youth and families (CYF) or community mental health (CMH). Students must complete 1,080 field hours to graduate, and the program does not offer an advanced standing or accelerated option. The deadline to submit an application for fall is January 15, and there is no GRE score requirement.

Students enrolled in California State University, Northridge’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist program with a focus on urban communities. There is no accelerated track or advanced standing track offered, though students have the options to enroll part- or full-time as the program is offered in two- or three-year formats. Coursework is asyncorhonous with the exception of fieldwork classes, and 1,000 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the program. Applications for fall 2023 are closed and deadlines for fall 2024 applicants are to be announced.

Students admitted to the part-time online master’s degree program in social work at California State University, San Bernardino focus on a generalist practice which requires students to complete 1,080 field hours to graduate. The average degree completion time is three years. The advanced standing option is only available in-person and the online program offers fall admission only. The application deadline is in January for priority consideration, with a final deadline in March. No GRE score is required. The online MSW program at CSUSB is called the pathway distance education program.

Applicants to Campbellsville University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in a generalist practice or clinical practice—with the opportunity to take courses on substance use disorder and faith based area of focus. The program also offers a clinical substance abuse practice specialization. Students must complete 900 field hours during the two-year program to graduate, or 450 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the one year program in advanced standing. Applications are due in June for students entering the program in fall, in November for spring, and in March for summer. No GRE score is required.

Carlow University’s online master’s degree progam in social work offers students the option to complete their MSW with an emphasis on either macro or direct practice. While there is no accelerated track offering, students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option for either emphasis, requiring 45 credits as opposed to the 60 credits required for the traditional track. Per the CSWE, at least 900 hours of fieldwork are necessary for completion of the traditional track program, though more may be required. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and there are three start dates offered each year.

Case Western University’s online master’s degree program in social work accepts applications on a rolling basis, and offers three start dates each year in January, May, and August. Baylor’s online program offers both an advanced and an accelerated program, which can be completed in 12 to 20 months when attending full-time, though part-time options are also available. Students can choose to specialize in clinical practice or community practice, and must complete 1,030 field hours to graduate. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing must complete 550 field hours to graduate.

The Catholic University of America’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to focus on clinical social work upon graduation. Students must complete 1,080 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Applications must be submitted in early December for a spring entrance into the program. Degree completion generally takes two years, or one year for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. Part-time options are available. No GRE score is required.

Cleveland State University’s online master’s degree progam in social work offers students an advanced generalist and clinical course of study. While there is no accelerated track offering, students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option, requiring 30 credits as opposed to the 60 credits required for the traditional track. There is a 900-hour fieldwork component for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced option. The deadline to submit applications for the summer semester is April 1.

Applicants to Colorado State University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on a generalist practice which requires students to complete 945 field hours to graduate, with an average degree completion time of three years. Students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing can complete the degree in two years and are required to complete 675 field hours to graduate. A GRE score is not needed for application consideration. Applications are due in January for students entering the program in fall or in July for spring. This program is mostly online, but with some in-person components in Colorado.

Students enrolled in Columbia University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose from focuses in advanced clinical practice, advanced generalist practice and programming, policy practice, leadership, management, or entrepreneurship for social justice. Students must complete 1,200 field hours to graduate, or 600 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. It generally takes two years for full-time students to complete the degree and part time options are available. Admission is offered in fall only, with a February application deadline. Part-time students have an application deadline in October for a spring start. A summer start is offered to advanced standing students only. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Concord University’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit form an advanced generalist with a specialization in rural practice course of study. There is no accelerated track offered, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already posses a bachelor’s in social work, dropping the required 60-credit hours to 36 credits. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours for the advanced program. The deadline to submit applications for is April the the fall semester and November 15 for the spring semester.

Concordia University’s online master’s degree progam in social work offers students an advanced generalist course of study. Though there is no accelerated track offering, students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option, requiring 36 credits instead of the 63 credits required for the traditional track. There is a 925-hour fieldwork component for the traditional track program and a 475-hour requirement for the advanced option. Concordia University accepts applications on a rolling basis until the program’s cohort spots are filled.

Students enrolled in Daemen College’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit form an advanced generalist and advanced clinical course of study. There is no accelerated track offered, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already posses a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 60-credit hours to 30 to 33 hours. A total of 950 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours for the advanced program. The deadline to submit applications for the fall semester is April 15 and spring semester November 15. The online program starts in October and the online application to Daemen College is currently available to complete.

Applicants to Delaware State University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on a generalist practice which requires students to complete 900 field hours to graduate, with an average degree completion time of two years. A three-year part-time option is also available. Advanced standing students can complete the degree in one year and must complete 500 field hours to graduate. No GRE score is required for application consideration. There is a fall priority deadline in March and final deadline in July. Spring has a priority deadline in September, and a final deadline in October. Advanced standing students must apply by the end of May for a fall start and in September for a spring start. Part-time students have an August application deadline for fall, and a November deadline for spring.

Students admitted to Dominican University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in the specialty areas of aging, adulthood and gerontology, children, youth and family, or global social work practice for immigrants and refugees. The program also offers specialization in focus areas of health and well-being, military, and school social work. Students must complete 1,080 field hours to graduate, or 600 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. Degree completion generally takes between nine months to two years, and part-time options are available. For full-time students, applications are due in April for summer and fall. No GRE score is required.

East Carolina University’s online master’s degree progam in social work offers students an advanced generalist course of study. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Advanced standing status is only available on-campus. The traditional track requires 60 credit hours. There is a 1,032-hour fieldwork component for the traditional track program and a 672-hour requirement for the advanced option. ECU accepts applications on a rolling basis until the program is full.

Students enrolled in East Tennesse State University’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit form an advanced clinical course of study. There is no accelerated track offered, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already posses a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required 63 credit hours to 37 hours. A total of 1,080 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 600 hours for the advanced program. The deadline to submit applications for the fall semester is April 15 and spring semester November 15. The online traditional program starts in the fall and the online advanced standing offering begins in the summer. The deadline for domestic applicants for both tracks is March 1.

The Erikson Institute’s online master’s degree progam in social work offers students an advanced clinical course of study, with concentration options in children, adolescents and adults or infant and early childhood mental health. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. There is a 900-hour fieldwork component for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced option. The deadline for spring applications is November 5.

Students enrolled in Florida State University’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit from an advanced clinical course of study. There is no accelerated track offered, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 61 credit hours to 39 hours. A total of 912 hours of fieldwork practicum are required to complete the traditional track and 480 hours for the advanced program. The deadline for fall 2023 is May 1 and October 1 for spring 2024.

Applicants to Fordham University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in specialty areas of individuals and families, organizations and community, evaluation, or policy practice and advocacy. Students must complete 1,200 field hours to graduate, or 600 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. No GRE score is required for application consideration. Full-time applicants must apply before March 1, and can choose to begin classes in January, May, or September.

George Mason University accepts applications for its online master’s degree program in social work on a rolling basis. Those students accepted into the program can choose to focus in specialty areas of adults and healthy aging, or children, youth, and families. Students must complete 1,050 field hours to graduate, or 600 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing—with an accelerated option also available. No GRE score is required for application consideration.

Georgia State University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers students a community partnerships curriculum based on a generalist practice model, which is the sole specialization of the program. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours while advanced requires 39. There is at least a 900-hour fieldwork component for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced option. The deadline for fall 2023 applicants is April 1.

Students enrolled in Hawaii Pacific University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on a generalist practice, with a military and veteran affairs focus also available. The program has an average degree completion time of two years, with a three-year part-time option available. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate. Advanced standing students can complete the degree in one year and are required to complete 450 field hours to graduate. HPU has a specific deadline of February 15 for the master’s in social work program.

Applicants to Howard University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in a direct practice concentration, or a community, administration, and policy (CAP) practice concentration. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, or 777 field hours if they hold a bachelor’s degree in social work and enter the program in advanced standing. Application final deadlines are in April for a May start, with early and priority dates offered in February and March. The program offers three start dates in January, May, and September. No GRE score is required for application consideration.

Students enrolled in Idaho State University’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit from an advanced clinical course of study. There is no accelerated track offered, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 59 credit hours to 35 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours for the advanced program. The deadline for fall and summer enrollment is April 1.

Students enrolled in Indiana University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose from six focus areas: health; mental health and addictions; school social work; children, youth, and families; special practice areas in social work; or community and organizational leadership. Students must complete 960 field hours to graduate, or 640 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. The fall application deadline is in May, with a summer application deadline in late January. No GRE score is required for application consideration.

Indiana Wesleyan University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers students a community partnerships curriculum based on an advanced generalist model. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credits hours while advanced requires 30. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced standing option. IWU offers a May 1 or August 21 start and advises interested students to contact the enrollment team for application deadlines.

Jackson State University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become social workers for advanced direct social work practice with children, youth, and families in both urban and rural areas. The two-year and part-time programs both require students to complete two field placements, while the advanced standing curriculum includes field placements in both the summer and spring semesters. Degree competition generally takes between one to two years, with a three-year part-time option also available. Application deadlines are in March for both summer and fall, and in October for spring enrollment. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Kean University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a direct clinical coursework plan. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30 hours. A total of 1080 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 600 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. The deadline for Kean’s online MSW program is August 16.

Keuka College’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a clinical social worker or a mental health provider. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, or 500 field hours for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. The application deadline is in April for May entrance into the program. Degree competition generally takes between one year and seven months to as long as three years. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Loma Linda University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers students an advanced clinical specialist curriculum. LLU’s online program option is for residents of California only. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 52 credit hours, while advanced requires 35. There is a 1,080-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional track program and an 800-hour requirement for the advanced standing option. Applications for fall 2023 have closed.

Students enrolled in Louisiana State University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in specialty areas of children and youth services, gerontology, social work practice in schools, or policy and macro practice. Students without a bachelor's in social work must complete 960 field hours to graduate. For a July entrance into the program, the application deadline is in May. A GRE score is required for application consideration. Students without a bachelor's degree in social work can finish the program in less than two years, or in as little as nine months for advanced standing students.

Students enrolled in Loyola University Chicago’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose between specialty focus areas of micro practice specialization or the leadership, mezzo and macro practice specialization (LMMP). Track options include: advanced clinical practice, certified alcohol and other drugs counselor training program (CADC), and migration. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. The fall and summer application deadline is in May, with the spring application deadline in November. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Marshall University’s online master’s degree program in social work will have a focus on behavioral health administration. Though there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 66 credit hours to 36 hours. Only the advanced standing option is offered fully online. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 450 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. The deadline for Marshall’s program was March 30.

Metropolitan State University of Denver’s online master’s degree program in social work has one admissions cycle annually. The application typically opens in early September, with a priority consideration deadline in late October and a final deadline in mid-January. Students can customize their degree program by choosing from the following pathways: mental health, leadership and management, children and families, school social work, gerontological, social work in healthcare, children and youth, or international social work. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. No GRE score is required.

Michigan State University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers students an advanced social work course of study, with clinical or organized and community leadership concentrations. MSU’s online program option is restricted to those applicants who live more than 30 miles from the East Lansing campus or, if out of state, must live within 50 miles of the Michigan border. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 57 credit hours while advanced requires 36. There is a 960-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced standing option. Applications to MSU operate on a decentralized program and students are advised to contact the department for more information.

Students enrolled in Millersville University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist coursework plan. Though there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the Advanced Standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 36 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 500 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. The deadline for summer 2023 is April 15 and July 15 for fall 2023.

Applicants admitted to Missouri State University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on a generalist practice, with the option to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. Regular standing students begin in the fall of their admission year, with a late January application deadline. Advanced standing students begin in the summer of their admission year. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Morgan State University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus on specializations of urban children or youth, families, and addictions. Students must complete 1,110 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 670 field hours to graduate. The application is due in March for a fall entrance into the program. The degree typically takes two years to complete, while students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing typically complete the degree in one year. No GRE score is required.

National University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students an advanced generalist curriculum. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours while advanced requires 36. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional track program and a 500-hour requirement for the advanced standing option. The university accepts and reviews applications year-round.

Students enrolled in Nazareth College’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced practitioner course of study with specializations in play therapy, trauma-informed care, evidence-based practice in mental health, school of social work, autism early intervention or gerontology. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, lessening the required 60 credit hours to 36 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 500 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. The deadline for the part-time advanced standing, part-time traditional, and full-time traditional program for August admission is June 30.

New Mexico Highlands University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with social work clinical practice instruction with a focus on populations in the Southwest. There is no accelerated track offering or advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 63 credit hours and there is a 928-hour fieldwork requirement for the program. The priority deadline for fall 2023 is May 15 and the final deadline is July 1, or when the cohort becomes full.

Students accepted to New Mexico State University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on an advanced generalist practice. Students must complete 950 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. No GRE score is required for application consideration. The early decision deadline is December 1 for fall admission. The priority deadline is February 1 for fall admission, with a final deadline of April 1. Applications received after February 1 will be reviewed only on a space-available basis.

Students enrolled in Northern Arizona University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist coursework plan geared for practice with rural and Indigenous populations of the Southwest. Though there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required 60 credit hours to 39 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 450 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. Online advanced standing deadlines for spring is October 1 and February 24 for summer. The traditional program fall deadline is February 24 and the spring deadline is July 31.

Northern Kentucky University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with social work generalist practice instruction with a specialization in clinical behavioral health and community practice. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours while advanced requires 30. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and 600-hour requirement for advanced standing. The next application deadline is April 26, with classes beginning on May 8.

Students enrolled in Northern Michigan University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a clinical or policy, planning, and administration curriculum. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required 50 credit hours to 36 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track, and 500 hours are needed to complete the advanced standing track. The university accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Northwest Nazarene University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with generalist instruction with concentrations in either clinical mental health and addictions or integrated clinical and community practice. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s of social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours. There is at least a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and a 600-hour requirement for advanced standing. The university accepts applications year-round.

Students attending Ohio State University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus in specialty areas of: aging and health, mental health and substance misuse, child and youth services, or community and social justice. Students must complete 920 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 672 field hours to graduate. No GRE score is required for application consideration. The MSW program application opens annually on September 1 for both the advanced standing and traditional MSW program applications. To be considered for fellowships, the application and all supporting materials must be received by December 1. The final application deadline is July 1.

Ohio University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students for providing social work service in rural environments. Degree completion requires 62 credits and generally takes two years when attending full-time. Full-time advanced standing students generally complete the 36-credit advanced program in one year. Part-time options are also available to complete the program in three to four years. The application for summer is due April 21, and a GRE score isn't required for application consideration.

Students enrolled in Park University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist curriculum. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 33 hours. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track. Park University’s online MSW offering will be offered for the first time this spring and summer to those located in Missouri, Kansas, and Texas only. The final deadline for admission is May 1.

Pennsylvania Western University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with instruction in trauma-informed practice, family practice, and rural social work practice. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours, and advanced requires 33. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and a 300-hour requirement for advanced standing. The university accepts applications on a rolling basis but advises applying as early as possible.

Students enrolled in Portland State University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a diverse curriculum that prepares applicants for the social work licensure exam. PSU also offers certificates in gerontology, child welfare and behavioral health. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 33 hours. A total of 1,000 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. Admissions for 2024 open in September.

Radford University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with clinical social work instruction There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 61 credit hours, and advanced requires 40 hours. There is a 1,082-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and a 636-hour requirement for advanced standing. The standard program deadline is May 1.

Students enrolled in Regis College’s online master’s degree program are prepared to practice social work in a clinical setting upon graduation. Students must complete 1,080 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. The application deadline for Summer is March 26, with the fall application due on July 24. A GRE score isn't required for application consideration. Degree completion generally takes 32 months when attending full-time, or 16 months for full-time advanced standing students. The part-time program can be completed in as little as 16 or 32 months, depending on your existing status.

Students enrolled in Roberts Wesleyan College’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a diverse curriculum that prepares applicants for social work careers with concentrations in either mental health, or child and family services. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required 60 credit hours to 38 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. Application admissions are accepted on a rolling basis.

Students enrolled in Rutgers University’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on an advanced generalist practice, with the option to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Students must complete 1,125 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 675 field hours to graduate. Fall applications are due on May 15 for advanced standing and two-year students. Rutgers University also offers a blended online MSW program, which allows students to begin their MSW online asynchronously, with in-person courses commencing in the third year. A synchronous online field seminar will begin in the third semester. The blended program has a fall application deadline of February 15. No GRE score is required.

Sacred Heart University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with accredited social work instruction with a specialization in either clinical or community practice. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 60 credit hours, and advanced requires 30 hours. There is a 1,000-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and a 500-hour requirement for advanced standing. The application deadline for fall 2023 is August 15.

Students enrolled in Saint Leo University’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist and clinical curriculum that prepares applicants for social work careers. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required 62 credit hours to 32 hours. A total of 1,024 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 512 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The full-time online program is currently only available to residents living in the states of Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Application admissions for next year open on August 1 and are accepted on a rolling basis.

St. Louis University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a generalist foundation and advanced practice courses via specialization in either applied behavior analysis, clinical, or community and organization. There is no accelerated track offering, but students with a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited institution may be eligible to participate in the advanced standing option. Regular standing requires 48 or 57 credit hours (depending on the selected concentration), and advanced requires 30 credit hours. Those students with a bachelor's degree in social work are eligible to receive up to 18 credit hours that may be applied to their MSW. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the traditional program and a 600-hour requirement for advanced standing. The application deadline for fall 2023 is August 1.

Students enrolled in St. Mary’s University of Minnesota’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a clinical curriculum that prepares applicants for social work careers. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30 hours. A total of 1,000 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 600 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The priority application deadline is May 15 and the final application deadline is July 1.

Salem State University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a specialization on integrated health and behavioral health practice. There is no accelerated track offering or online advanced standing option. Regular standing requires at least 62 credit hours. There is at least a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the program and fieldwork must be completed in the state of Massachusetts. The fall application deadline for the part-time program remains open until April 3.

Students enrolled in Salisbury University’s online master’s degree program in social work will benefit from an advanced direct practice specialization. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 62 credit hours to 32 hours. A total of 1,112 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 672 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. Applicants who are currently full-time residents of Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., New Jersey, and New York are eligible to apply. The final application deadline for all programs is March 15.

Samford University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to work in an advanced clinical practice upon graduating. Applicants with a GPA less than 2.8 during their last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework may submit an application for consideration with a MAT or GRE score. Students with a GPA above 2.8 don't need to submit MAT or GRE scores for application consideration. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The application is due on June 1 for an August entry into the program. Advanced standing students must apply by April 1 and enter the program in May.

San Jose State University’s online/hybrid master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced generalist social work practice, with an emphasis on Latinos and other minority groups. There is no accelerated track offering, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 37 hours. There is a 1,200-hour fieldwork requirement for the regular program and a 600-hour requirement for advanced standing. If admitted, students must be able to study in California and complete their internship requirements in California. The fall 2023 application cycle opened in October 2022 and closed on December 1.

Students enrolled in Seton Hall University’s master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for social work careers. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30 hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The full-time application deadline is April 30 and the part-time admission is accepted on a rolling basis.

Simmons University’s online master’s degree program prepares students for a career in clinical social work upon graduation. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 672 field hours to graduate. The degree can be completed in as few as 23 months, or in nine months for advanced standing students. A 16-month accelerated option is also available. The program offers an extended track which allows you to earn your degree at a more convenient pace. No GRE score is required, and the final deadline for the May cohort is April 5.

Southern Adventist University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced generalist social work practice with an emphasis on either school social work, mental health practice, or crisis and emergency management. There is no accelerated track offering, though students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, lessening the required credit hours. There is at least 900 hours of fieldwork requirement for the regular program. The fall 2023 application deadline is July 1.

Students enrolled in Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s master’s degree program in social work will study a curriculum that prepares applicants for social work careers with an emphasis in either health and mental health or children, youth, and families. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30 hours. A total of 967 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 607 hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The application deadline is April 1.

Spalding University’s online master’s in social work degree provides students with a social work practice centered around social and economic justice and an “anti-oppressive” clinical practice approach. There is no accelerated track offering, though students can pick between part- and full-time status to accommodate their schedules. There is a 900-hour fieldwork requirement for the regular program and the program is a total of 60 credit hours. The fall 2023 application deadline is June 30.

Students enrolled in Spring Arbor University’s master’s degree program in social work will first study a generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for specialized social work. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30 hours. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track while fewer hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The late application deadline for a July start is June 1 and the deadlines for a September start are July 1 for early application and August 1 for late application.

St. Ambrose University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced generalist social work practice with an emphasis on empowerment. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 36 hours. A total of 912 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track. Only the one-year advanced standing program and the part-time traditional MSW offerings are available online. The advanced standing summer start application deadline is April 1 while the application deadlines are May 1 and Aug. 1 respectively for fall enrollment in the full- and part-time programs.

Stephen F. Austin State University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students for an advanced generalist practice in a rural context upon graduation. Students must complete 980 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years, or one year for advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. The application is due on April 15 for both summer and fall. No GRE score is required.

Syracuse University makes admissions decisions a rolling basis for its online master’s degree program in social work. The program offers three start dates each year in January, May, and August. For an August entry into the program, the application is due on May 8 for early priority consideration, on June 5 for priority consideration, and there is a final deadline on July 3. Students can choose to focus on advanced integrated practice (AIP) or advanced clinical practice (ACP). Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. No GRE score is required for application consideration.

Applicants to Temple University’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose to focus on clinical practice with individuals and families, macro practice in organizations, or communities and policy arenas. Students must complete 1,050 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. The Application is due on June 1 for a fall entry into the program, or November 1 for spring. Advanced standing students apply by April 1 to begin in summer. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Texas A&M University-Commerce’s master’s degree program in social work will first study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for a social work career. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 33 hours. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track while lessened hours are needed for the advanced standing offering. The deadline for summer admission is April 1 and August 1 for fall admission.

Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s master’s degree program in social work provides students with a clinical/activist generalist curriculum with an approach to rural social work practice. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required credit hours. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are required for the advanced standing track. Applications are accepted at any time, but the priority deadline for fall 2023 start is Aug. 1.

The School of Social Work at ​​Texas State University only accepts applicants each fall semester, with no spring or summer admits. Applications are due on January 15 for priority consideration, with a final deadline on March 15. Students can choose to focus on advanced practice leadership. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 540 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years, or one year for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. Part-time options are available. No GRE score is required.

The online master’s degree program in social work at Tseng College at California State University, Northridge prepares students to become an advanced generalist with a focus on urban communities. The field hours requirement is 16 hours per week the first year and 24 hours per week the second year. The application deadline is in January for entrance into the program in fall. Degree completion generally takes two years, or one year for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work who enter the program in advanced standing. Part-time options are available. No GRE score is required.

Students enrolled in Touro University’s hybrid master’s degree program in social work will first study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for a social work career with specializations in aging populations, mental illness, or military social work. Touro University offers a 16-month accelerated track for the traditional program, which only accepts applicants in the spring. Further, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 1,200 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 65 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status has fewer requirements. Touro is currently accepting applications.

Troy University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a direct practice cirriculum with a focus on military families or organizational leadership and management with a focus on international social work. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours to 30. At least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track. Troy University is currently accepting applications.

Tulane University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to engage in relationship-centered, clinical-community practice upon graduation. Students must complete 316 field hours each semester. Degree completion generally takes 16 to 32 months, depending on enrollment status. The deadline to submit an application for Fall is June 1 for priority consideration, with a final deadline on July 1. Summer has a priority deadline of March 1, with a final deadline on April 5.

Students enrolled in Union University’s hybrid master’s degree program in social work will first study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for a social work career. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 60 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 33 credit hours and 600 fieldwork hours. Union University accepts applications for the fall semester on a rolling basis but the final application deadline is March 31 or until the cohort is filled. June 1 is the latest one can apply for fall application if the cohort is not filled.

The University at Albany, State University of New York’s master’s degree program in social work provides students with a social work cirriculum that prepares students for a career with either a specialization in clinical or macro social work. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours for the traditional program. Advanced standing students are awarded up to 21 credits toward their MSW degree. There is a 1,000-hour fieldwork practicum required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are required for the advanced standing track.

Students enrolled in the University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for a social work career with an emphasis on trauma-informed and human rights perspectives. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 60 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 35 credit hours and 480 fieldwork hours. The application for the online traditional program opens in September 2023 for fall 2024 admission. Spring 2024 admission opens in May 2023.

The University of Alabama’s online master’s degree program in social work allows students to focus in specialty areas of children, adolescents, and their families or adults and their families. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The fall application deadline is due on December 1 for priority consideration. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for advanced standing students. Part-time options are available. Applicants wiith a GPA below 3.0 in last the 60 hours of a degree program must provide a GRE or MAT score.

The University of Alaska-Anchorage’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become an advanced generalist with a focus on health and social issues in Alaska. Students can also choose to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), or specialize in school social work. The program is fully online and students may join the program from anywhere in Alaska, but students must be physically present in Alaska while completing the MSW program. Students must complete 960 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 480 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

At the University of Arkansas, the online MSW option is only available for advanced standing students. The 12-month, full-time program prepares students to become an advanced generalist upon graduation. Students are required to complete 660 field hours to graduate. The deadline to submit an application is January 15. Applications are accepted and reviewed once a year, and a GRE score is not required for application consideration.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s online master’s degree program in social work is only available to Arkansas residents, and the 1,200 field hours required to graduate must be completed in-person. Students are prepared to focus on clinical social work upon graduation. There is no advanced standing or accelerated option available in the online program, and degree completion generally takes three years. The deadline to submit an application for fall is March 1, or October 1 for spring. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

The University of Central Florida’s online master’s degree program in social work is only available on a part-time basis. The program allows students to choose from specializations of clinical social work practice with LGBTQ+, practice with families, or diverse client populations. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes three years attending full-time, or 16 months for full-time advanced standing students. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. Fall applications are due on June 1, on November 1 for spring, and on March 1 for summer. The advanced standing track admits only one time a year in the fall semester.

The University of Denver’s online master’s degree program in social work accepts applications on a rolling basis, and students can choose a start date in January, March, June, or September. The program allows students to choose from specializations in areas of mental health and trauma, or health, equity and wellness. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The program can be completed in as few as 27 months when attending full-time, or 21 months on the accelerated track. The advanced standing track can be completed in as few as 18 months when attending full-time, or 12 months on the accelerated track. No GRE score is required.

The University of Georgia’s online master’s degree program in social work provides a curriculum that prepares students for a career in social work with a specialization in micro social work, preparing students for advanced practice primarily focused on individuals, families, and groups in diverse settings. There is no accelerated track offered or advanced standing option available online at this time. For the traditional program, 60 credit hours are required, along with 912 hours of fieldwork practicum. Students must be Georgia residents or must be prepared to participate in field placement within a 60-mile radius of the Georgia state line. The fall application deadline was Feb. 15.

Students enrolled in the University of Houston’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a curriculum that prepares applicants for a career with either an emphasis on clinical or macro social work. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 63 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 38 credit hours and 500 fieldwork hours. Applications for the online MSW program begin opening on August 1 and are reviewed on a rolling basis and for full consideration must be received no later than March 1 for fall admission. The university encourages early application.

Students enrolled in the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose from an advanced clinical concentration, or a leadership and social change concentration. Advanced clinical concentration students can choose from the following focus areas: health care, mental health, children, youth and family services, or schools. However, only Illinois residents are able to choose the schools focus area. The program is referred to as iMSW. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. The spring application is due on February 15, or November 15 for advanced standing students.

The University of Iowa’s online master’s degree program in social work admits students every other year into the part-time program. The next online MSW cohort will begin in summer 2024. Online students must live in Iowa or bordering states, who because of geography or life circumstances, cannot access the Des Moines, Iowa City, Quad Cities or Sioux City learning centers. Students must participate in a required two-day summer institute in Iowa City during the second and third summers of the program. Graduates are prepared to become advanced generalists upon earning the degree. There is no advanced standing or accelearated option available, and the program generally takes three years to complete. A GRE score is not required.

The online masters' degree program in social work at the University of Kansas provides a generalist social work curriculum that prepares students for a career with either a specialization in clinical or macro social work. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 64 credit hours for the traditional program to 38 for the advanced track. A total of 938 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 512 hours are required for the advanced standing track. The application deadline was Feb. 1.

Students enrolled in the University of Kentucky’s online master’s degree program in social work can choose from specializations in areas of clinical social work, child welfare, military behavioral health, school social work, substance use disorder, or choose an individualized plan. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. The fall priority deadline is June 1, with a final deadline on July 15. The spring priority deadline is November 1, with a final deadline on December 1. The summer deadline is April 1.

The University of Louisville’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a certified social worker (CSW) or licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Concentration options include: alcohol and drug counseling, gerontology, mental health, military social work, or psychosocial oncology. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The deadline to submit an application is July 1 for fall, October 15 for spring, and April 1 for summer. There is no GRE score requirement.

Students enrolled in the University of Maine’s online-blended master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for a career in social work. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 63 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 46 credit hours and 500 fieldwork hours. Only applications for summer start advanced standing and fall 2023 on-campus programs are currently being accepted on a rolling basis.

The University of Maryland’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a generalist curriculum for a career with a specialization in clinical social work. There is no accelerated track or advanced standing track being offered online at this time, and only part-time status is available via the online MSW program. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum and 60 credit hours are required to complete the degree requirements for the traditional track. The online application deadline is April 15.

Students enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Global online master’s degree program in social work will study an advanced generalist curriculum that prepares applicants for the social work licensing exam. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 1,000 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 69 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 39 credit hours and 600 fieldwork hours. Applications for the summer 2023 semester are being accepted until April 17.

The University of Michigan’s online master’s degree program in social work provides a social work curriculum that prepares students for a career as a licensened clinical social worker (LCSW), with focus on interpersonal practice in integrated health, mental heatlh, and substance abuse. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible to begin with the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours for the traditional program to 45 for the advanced track. The university's traditional program is offered via its MasterTrack system, which requires students to complete a separate four-month program which then grants eligibility for students to proceed to the advanced standing track. A total of 938 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional program and 684 hours are required for the advanced standing track. The final application deadline for the advanced standing program full-time is July 1 and the part-time deadline is Dec. 1. The part-time MasterTrack program application deadline is Aug. 1.

The University of Missouri’s online master’s degree program in social work only accepts applications from students in Missouri and contiguous states of Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky and Illinois. Students choose from either a clinical specialization or a focus in policy, planning, and administration in human services. The deadline to submit an application for priority consideration is January 15, with a final deadline on March 1. The regular standing MSW program begins in June and the advanced standing MSW program begins in August. There is no GRE score requirement.

Students enrolled at the University of Montana’s online master’s degree program in social work will study an integrated practice curriculum that prepares them for careers in social work and to sit for the licensure exam. There is no accelerated track or advanced standing offering via the online program. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 60 credit hours are required. The online MSW is only offered part-time. The online application portal is currently open.

The University of Nevada, Reno’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a social worker through an advanced generalist study. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 450 field hours to graduate. The deadline to submit an application for summer is April 6. Degree completion generally takes two years and eight months for students attending full-time, or eight months for full-time advanced standing students. A GRE score is not required for consideration.

The University of New England’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a social worker through an advanced generalist study. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes three years for students attending full-time, or 16 months for full-time advanced standing students.The deadline to submit an application for summer is April 10 and there is no GRE score requirement for consideration.

The University of New Hampshire’s online master’s degree program in social work allows students to earn their MSW degree online in 28 months. The program prepares students to become a social worker through an advanced generalist study. Students must complete 1,240 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 450 to 500 field hours to graduate. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. The online program admits three times a year in fall, spring, and summer.

Students enrolled in the University of North Carolina-Charlotte’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a generalist and specialized curriculum that prepares them for a career with an emphasis on culturally informed, community-engaged practice, policy, and research. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 60 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 39 credit hours and 500 fieldwork hours. The online program is typically for residents of North Carolina, though the university is accredited to offer online course in all U.S, states and territories. Some fieldwork requirements may change based on the state where a student lives. The application deadline was Jan. 15 though applications submitted afterward will be reviewed and considered on a space-available basis.

The University of North Carolina-Pembroke’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced generalist practice in rural communities and an emphasis on working with at-risk populations. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 50 to 62 credit hours for the traditional program to 35 for the advanced track. A total of 930 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 500 hours are required for the advanced standing track. UNC Pembroke is currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2023, though the traditional fully-online MSW track deadline closed on March 1.

The University of North Dakota’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a social worker through an advanced generalist study. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. The deadline to submit an application is June 15 for spring, October 15 for summer. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Students enrolled in the University of Northern Iowa’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a specialization in trauma-informed care. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 60 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 34 credit hours and fewer field hours. Applications for the spring 2025 part-time traditional MSW program cohort will open in June 2024, with the final deadline on Sept. 1.

The University of Oklahoma’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a foundational curriculum and concentration in advanced integrated practice. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours for the traditional program to 36 for the advanced track. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and fewer hours are required for the advanced standing track. Fieldwork placements do not need to be close to campus. The application deadline is rolling.

Students enrolled in the University of Saint Thomas’ hybrid online master’s degree program in social work will study a clinical practice-driven curriculum. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 1,000 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 56 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 38 credit hours and 600 field hours. Online applications are currently open.

The University of South Dakota’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a foundational curriculum that prepares them to sit for the licensure exam. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours for the traditional program to 36 for the advanced track. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and fewer hours are required for the advanced standing track. The application deadline is rolling.

The University of South Florida’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a social worker through an advanced generalist study. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 500 field hours to graduate. Students can finish in as few as eight semesters, or as few as three semesters for full-time students or five semesters for part time for advanced standing students. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. The deadline to submit an application is October 15 for a January start.

Students enrolled in the University of Southern California’s online master’s degree program in social work focus on advanced generalist training. Students can further specialize their degree by selecting one of five optional program tracks: adult mental health and wellness; children, youth and families, social change and innovation, military populations and settings, or school and educational settings. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 550 field hours to graduate.The final deadline for the September cohort is June 9. There is no GRE score requirement.

Students enrolled in the University of Southern Maine’s blended master’s degree program in social work will study a strengths-based, practice-driven curriculum. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 61 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 33 credit hours and 500 field hours. The application for fall start is Nov. 15.

The University of St. Francis’ online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a foundational curriculum concerned with issues of social justice and economic equity with concentrations in either school social work or advanced generalist practice. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 62 credit hours for the traditional program to 32 for the advanced track. A total of 1,080 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 600 hours are required for the advanced standing track. The application deadline is rolling.

The online master’s degree program in social work at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville offers a master’s of science in social work (MSSW) degree, which allows students to choose from specialty areas of clinical practice or organizational leadership. Students must complete 1,000 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. Students must apply by February 1 for summer and fall enrollment. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for advanced standing students. A GRE score isn't required for application consideration.

The online master’s degree program in social work at the University of Texas at Arlington allows students to choose from four specialization areas: direct practice with children and families, direct practice in mental health and substance misuse, direct practice in aging, or community and administrative practice. Students must complete 960 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 480 field hours to graduate. There is no application deadline, only priority dates of March 15 for fall, August 15 for spring, and February 15 for summer. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. A GRE score isn't required for application consideration.

Students enrolled in the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s online master’s degree program in social work will study a generlist curriculum with a speicalization in either Latino individuals, families and groups, or administration and community practice. While there is no true accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 63 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 33 credit hours and fewer field hours. The application deadline for online programs is July 20 for fall acceptance and Nov. 30 for spring admission.

The MSW program at the University of Utah provides a specialization in advanced generalist practice. Areas of focus include: aging, forensic, health, child welfare, global, mental health, or substance misuse. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 550 field hours to graduate. The application cycle begins August 1 every year, with a September 1 deadline for advanced standing students, or an October 15 deadline for students entering in regular standing. There is no GRE score requirement.

The University of West Florida’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a foundational curriculum designed to prepare them to sit for the licensure exam. While there is no accelerated track offered, students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, reducing the required 60 credit hours for the traditional program to 30 credits for the advanced track. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 600 hours are required for the advanced standing track. The university admits during all terms and encourages individuals to contact the admissions office at [email protected].

Students enrolled in the University of Wisconisn-Milwaukee’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students for careers as advanced social work practitioners and to sit for the licensure exam. While there is no true accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of at least 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 56 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 34 credit hours. The program currently only accepts students from Wisconsin and bordering areas. The final application deadline is April 15.

The University of Wisconsin Whitewater’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced generalist curriculum to prepare them for specialized practice. No online accelerated track or advanced standing track options are currently offered. A toal of 59 credits and at least 900 hours of fieldwork is required to complete the traditional track. The final deadline for summer and fall 2023 admission was Jan. 15.

Students enrolled in Valdoosta State University’s hybrid online master’s degree program in social work prepares students with an advanced generalist curriculum. While there is no true accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 940 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and 56 credit hours are required. The advanced standing status requires 33 credit hours and 540 fieldwork hours.The deadline for applications is Jan. 14 for advanced standing and Feb. 14 for standard applications.

Virginia Commonwealth University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Students must complete 14 to 22 field hours per week in the program. The final application for full-time attendance in fall is May 31. For full-time advanced standing students, the final deadline is June 7. Students attending full-time can complete the degree in as few as 16 months, however part-time options are also available. A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Wayne State University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with an advanced curriculum with a concentration in interpersonal practice. While there is no true accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s in social work. A total of 60 credits and at least 900 hours of fieldwork is required to complete the traditional track, while 36 credit hours compose the requirements for the advanced standing program. The final deadline for admission and submission of all required documents is June 1.

Students enrolled in West Texas A&M University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares students with an advanced generalist curriculum. Some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. The FastTrack program allows advanced standing students to accelerate their degree completion and condense it into one year. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum is required to complete the traditional track and the advanced standing status requires 500 fieldwork hours. The priority application deadline is April 1 and the final deadline is June 30.

West Virginia University’’s online master’s degree program in social work is offered on a part-time basis, and generally takes three years to complete or two years for students with a bachelor’s degree in social work entering the program in advanced standing. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate. The program focuses on an advanced integrated practice (AIP) or prepares students to become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). A GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Western Kentucky University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares graduates for an advanced generalist practice. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. Field hours are offered concurrently with academic study. The next deadline to submit an application is April 1, and a GRE score is not required for application consideration.

Western New Mexico University’s online master’s degree program in social work prepares graduates for an advanced generalist practice. Students must complete 900 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 450 field hours to graduate. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. Part-time options are also available. A GRE score is not required for application consideration. For students planning to begin in August, apply by May 1, for those planning to begin in October, apply by July 1. For students planning to begin in January, apply by October 1, and for those planning to begin in March, apply by December 1. The summer application deadline is April 1.

Westfield State University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a generalist and an advanced clinical social work curriculum. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 66 credits and at least 900 hours of fieldwork is required to complete the traditional track, while 37 credit hours and 500 hours of fieldwork constitute the requirements for the advanced standing program. For the 2023-2024 academic year, advanced full-time and full-time traditional programs of study internships are to be completed in Massachusetts. The final deadline for admission is Feb. 1.

Students enrolled in Widener University’s online master’s degree program in social work will be prepared to sit for the licensure exam post-graduation and includes a focus on trauma-informed care. Some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 1,100 hours of fieldwork practicum and 57 credit hours is required to complete the traditional track and the advanced standing status requires 560 fieldwork hours and 36 credit hours.

Winona State University’s online master’s degree program in social work provides students with a generalist curriculum with a trama-informed clinical social work concentration which allows students to gain employment in areas such as mental health, health care, child welfare, gerontological, and school social work. While there is no accelerated track, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 60 credits and at least 1,000 hours of fieldwork is required to complete the traditional track, while 42 credit hours and 600 hours of fieldwork constitute the requirements for the advanced standing program. Winona State will consider applications submitted after March 13 as space permits.

Winthrop University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers students a curriculum focused on empowerment practice which prepares them to be specialized social workers. Though there is no accelerated option, some students may be eligible for the advanced standing track if they already hold a bachelor’s degree in social work. A total of 900 hours of fieldwork practicum and 60 credit hours is required to complete the traditional track and the advanced standing status requires 660 fieldwork hours and 39 credit hours. Winthrop University continues reviewing applications until all seats are full. If seats remain available, applications will be received through April 30 for May admission and June 15 for August admission.

Yeshiva University’s online master’s degree program in social work offers a joint MSW and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Credentialing program, and a Gerontology & Palliative Certification. Students must complete 1,200 field hours to graduate, while advanced standing students are required to complete 600 field hours to graduate.The program lets you alternate between full-time and part-time each term if needed. Degree completion generally takes two years for students attending full-time, or one year for full-time advanced standing students. A GRE score is not required for application consideration, and the next final deadline application is May 2.