Social Work Communications

Are you interested in incorporating a global social work opportunity into your MSW degree?

Consider pursuing a Global Independent Study! This is a student-initiated experience that gives MSW students the opportunity to travel abroad during the Spring/Summer term. Students travel outside the U.S. to study a topic of their interest while working with a faculty instructor. Students from all program pathways and curriculum tracks are eligible to apply and will receive elective credits for the global independent study course. Students can focus their study on service learning, internships, research, and more. Global Independent Study students are eligible for a grant of up to $2,000 to help cover the cost of their experience. To learn more information about Global Independent Study, please visit the Office of Global Activities (OGA) website.

Another global opportunity includes incorporating 27 months of Peace Corps service into your MSW program. If you are interested, then check out our Masters International Volunteer Program. Please note students interested in this option must submit their Peace Corps application before September 1, 2023.

Check out the Office of Global Activities (OGA) website for more information on global opportunities. Reach out to OGA at ssw.oga@umich.edu with any questions.

Please be aware that global education experiences remain contingent on travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Office of Global Activities Webpage
• Admitted Student Webpages