Program Overview

Master of Social Work Program

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Indiana University is a top-ranked, 100% online program designed to fit busy lifestyles. The program is customizable and asynchronous, allowing students to take classes on their own time.

Program Structure

• The program is not cohort-based, allowing students to stop out anytime as long as they complete their degree in six years.
• Most courses are offered every semester, enabling students to easily tailor their degree plan to accommodate life changes and new responsibilities.

Specializations

• Behavioral Health
• Children, Youth, and Families
• School of Social Work
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Curriculum

The clinical practice curriculum provides students with broad knowledge to work across social work's continuum and be licensed for both micro- and macro-level practice. MSW Direct students also receive assistance with the field placement process.

Certificate Options

MSW Direct students can complete IU's e-Social Work Practice Graduate Certificate without adding time to their degree plan. The certificate is the first program of its kind in the nation to be delivered by a school of social work.

Career Opportunities

The program provides career-enhancing skills and support in finding field placement. With over 11,000 alumni, IU's MSW program is a leading provider of mental health care in the U.S., with an overall growth rate of 12% in social work.

Degree Maps

Students can find the timeline that fits their needs, with flexible degree plans to accommodate different lifestyles and goals.