How is financial aid awarded to MSW students?
The School of Social Work Office of Student Services and Enrollment Management provides grant and scholarship assistance. The University Office of Financial Aid provides loans and work study awards. Many scholarships and grants are awarded at the time of admission. To view the full range of financial aid opportunities, visit our MSW Financial Aid webpage.
How many of the students are awarded scholarships or financial assistance?
About 90% of the MSW class apply for and receive some form of grant and/or scholarship assistance.
I live out-of-state, how can I easily find a place to live? Or find a roommate?
You can easily find a place to live through various websites or online newspaper listings. It is always recommended that you look at your housing arrangements in person before you sign a lease. You can find a roommate also enrolled in the School of Social Work online at the SSW Housing and Roommate finder.
Is housing available at the University of Michigan?
The University of Michigan offers limited on-campus housing for eligible graduate students. Non-University housing includes co-ops, apartments, and houses for rent. Most students live off campus within walking distance of the School of Social Work. For more information on housing visit the U-M Housing website.
Does the School of Social Work offer online courses/distance learning?
No. All courses must be taken at the School of Social Work in Ann Arbor. We do, however, allow for students to complete field placements outside of Ann Arbor, so commuter students would only need to travel to the school a few days each week for courses.
Is the MSW program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)?
Yes, the MSW program has been accredited by the CSWE since 1922.
Where can I find information about U of M faculty?
Visit our faculty profile directory.
How many students are in the School?
Approximately 415 new students are enrolled each fall term. Total size of the MSW program is about 700 in the fall term, 500 in the winter term and 350 in the spring/summer term.
I have many years of human service related experience; can I get any credit for that?
No, the Council on Social Work Education does not allow accredited MSW programs to provide credit for work experience. However, experience does make it more likely that an applicant will be admitted and some scholarship aid is provided based on extensive experience..
Does the school offer evening or weekend classes?
The School offers some classes in the evening and some mini courses may be schedules on weekends. Students must be able to complete coursework and fieldwork during the day during the week to complete the MSW program at Michigan.