Online MSW FAQ

Students completing the Online MSW Program must follow the Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Pathway. Additional pathways may be added to the Online Program in the future.

Yes! We plan to offer the Welfare of Children & Families pathway beginning in Fall 2024. We may offer additional pathways following that addition.

Full-time online students enroll in 14-16 credits each semester for 3 semesters to complete the 45-credit degree program. This includes credits for field placement hours.

Standard full-time field schedule represents 3 days (24 hours) per week in field over 2 consecutive terms.

Part-time online students enroll in 5-7 credits each semester for 7 semesters to complete the 45-credit degree program. This includes credits for field placement hours.

Standard part-time field schedule represents 2 days (16 hours) per week in field over 3 consecutive terms.

Online MSW courses for full-time students will be offered primarily during the day (EST) during the week. Students living outside of the Eastern Time Zone will need to make accommodations to attend courses during their listed times.

Field placement hours will need to be scheduled to allow for class attendance.

Online MSW courses for part-time students will be offered primarily in the evenings (EST) during the week. Students living outside of the Eastern Time Zone will need to make accommodations to attend courses during their listed times.

Field placement hours will need to be scheduled during the day to allow for class attendance.