Overview

The Master of Social Work at the University of Indianapolis prepares you for advanced specialized practice and leadership roles in diverse communities. Working closely with our engaged faculty will give you opportunities to solve problems for the greater good—one person at a time.

Concentrations

Health and Behavioral Health:

Prepares students for culturally responsive practice in a wide variety of integrated behavioral health settings where behavioral health and medical providers work together.
Students study interprofessional practice and other advanced clinical practice skills, including evidence-based modalities to prepare for social work practice in integrated behavioral health settings as well as traditional mental health settings.

Children, Family and Community:

Prepares students for culturally responsive practice with families and children primarily served in public and private social service agencies, child welfare agencies, schools, clinics, and other settings.
Students learn advanced clinical practice skills, including evidence-based assessment and intervention theories and skills focused on building individual, family, and community strengths and promoting the safety, permanence, and well-being of children, families, and communities.
Macro level of practice is highlighted in this concentration as students discover the impact of social work while advocating for children, families, and communities.

Mental Health and Addictions:

Prepares students for culturally responsive practice in a wide variety of mental health and addiction settings. Students study various intervention practices such as motivational interviewing and cognitive therapies, as well as utilize a number of assessment tools.
This concentration is available to those students considering the partnership between UIndy and Community Health Network for the Community Behavioral Health Academy (Academy).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diversity and Social Justice
Social Welfare Policy
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
Social Work Practice
Advanced Psychopathology
Group Counseling
Supervision and Leadership in Social Work
Crisis Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Indianapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application
Nonrefundable $30 application fee, paid during the application submission process
Resume
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Bachelor's Degree other than a BSW or a BSW that was earned more than five years ago
A minimum GPA of 2.8. A GPA of 3.0 or higher for the student's last 60 credits is preferred. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
18 undergraduate or graduate credits in social and behavioral courses and a course in Statistics
Two essay responses that provide evidence of values consistent with the Social Work Profession, and satisfactory critical thinking and writing skills:
Statement of Personal Interest
Social Justice Experience
Three letters of reference (at least one academic reference preferred)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17940 USD / year

≈ 17940 USD / year
Out-of-State

17940 USD / year

≈ 17940 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17940 USD / year

≈ 17940 USD / year

Living costs

Indianapolis

United States

1017 - 1926 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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