Overview

Master of Social Work (MSW) prepares you to become a versatile, compassionate leader in social work practice, ready to make a difference in diverse communities. You'll be prepared for a practice that spans the entire social work spectrum, in areas of individual and family services, group and community work, organizational leadership, and advocacy and social change.

Key facts

Saint Joseph’s University offers an MSW education whose values and practices are grounded in the Ignatian spiritual commitment to cura personalis, care for the whole person. We prepare you to address complex issues in our social care systems with compassion, expertise and a commitment to social justice.
Saint Joseph's MSW programme offers a blend of academic excellence with convenient accessibility. Complete your entire degree remotely with no in-person requirements while still connecting with the traditions and resources of our established University community. While never required, you're welcome to visit our locations at Hawk Hill and University City in Philadelphia, or our newest location in Lancaster, giving you access to resources whenever you choose.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethics & Generalist Practice
Individuals Families & Groups
Clinical Assessment
Human Rights & Social Justice
Organizations & Community

Data Equity

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00 , International

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Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

62 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Social Work View 293 other Masters in Social Work in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Open to transfer students and current Saint Joseph's undergraduates in the 4+2 program

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54498 USD / year

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Out-of-State

54498 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

54498 USD / year

≈ 54498 USD / year

Funding

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General requirements

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