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Social Work Essentials MSW / MasterTrack MSW

  1. How long does it typically take a student to finish the 45 remaining credits to earn the full MSW degree? Both part-time and Full-time?

    For full-time, you would complete the 45 credits in 3 semesters (about a year) on-campus or online. Part-time students (on-campus or online) will complete the 45 credits in 7 semesters (about two years and four months).

  2. If I do not want an MSW degree after the Social Work Essentials MSW or MasterTrack Certificate program do I have to apply to the University of Michigan?

    No, but please keep in mind that these certificates are not credit bearing and therefore, are not transferable to another university.

  3. Is it possible to connect with a current MSW student to learn more about their experience in the program?

    Absolutely! You can send a request to be contacted by a current student. You can also connect with current MSW students as well as other prospective MSW students at one of our student led virtual meetings.

  4. Is the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack appropriate for an incoming U-M master’s student who wants to apply to the MSW program for a dual degree?

    Not necessarily. If students are interested in a dual degree program as an On Campus or Online MSW student, completion of the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack is not required. Students could simply apply to the residential MSW program and also apply to the other dual degree program.

  5. Once I am admitted in the Social Work Essentials MSW or MasterTrack MSW, when will I choose my pathway?

    MSW students will solidify their chosen pathway when they begin applying for their field placement in the MSW program.

  6. Once I complete the Social Work Essentials/ MasterTrack Certificate how long do I have before I need to start the MSW program?

    Students need to enter the MSW program within 2 years of completion of the Social Work Essentials Certificate or the MasterTrack Certificate.

  7. What accommodations are available for learners with disabilities completing the MasterTrack Certificate through Coursera?

    All MasterTrack courses were created with universal design principles to be accessible to all learners. More information for Coursera learners with disabilities can be found here. If MT learners need additional support they can email: [email protected].

  8. What accommodations are available for learners with disabilities completing the Social Work Essentials Certificate?

    All Social Work Essentials courses were created with universal design principles to be accessible to all learners. If SW Essentials learners need additional support they can email: [email protected]. When students are degree seeking in the MSW program they can register for accommodations with the University of Michigan Services for Students with Disabilities Office.

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