Master of Social Work

The University of Michigan School of Social Work offers a full-time and part-time online Master of Social Work degree program. The part-time online MSW allows balance for studies, work, family and other commitments, whereas the full-time MSW allows for accelerated study for students who have a significant amount of time to dedicate to their studies.

The online program allows you to select from the following program pathways:

Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

Integrated health care creates a comprehensive approach to care for people in need, resulting in both higher quality care and improved outcomes for each individual.

• This pathway prepares you to become a licensed clinical social worker.

• Graduates are practice-ready for interpersonal social work with individuals, families and groups in a broad range of settings.

Children, Youth, and Families

The Children, Youth, and Families pathway prepares students to support children, adolescents, and adults through evidence-based and developmentally appropriate interventions and strategies that improve their lives.

• This pathway prepares you to become a licensed clinical or macro social worker.

• Students will gain practice experience in child and family-serving clinics and agencies, mental health settings, schools, child welfare, health care, and youth development programs.

Advantages

• The online degree is a 45 credit program saving you time and money

• We provide field placements near your community (in the U.S.)

• The part time program allows you to balance a career and an MSW degree

• The full time program allows you to complete your MSW degree in just 12 months

• 96% of U-M MSW graduates looking for jobs are employed

• Connect with faculty and academic advisors in the #1 ranked School of Social Work