Master of Social Work (Online)
- Fully online; study on your own time.
- Fieldwork placement allows students to apply learnings to real-world settings.
Alvernia University's Master of Social Work (MSW) program focuses on specialized clinical practice in behavioral health. With an in-depth curriculum encompassing mental health and addiction across human behavior, training, research, and policy courses, the program equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in social services.
Pathway 1 - Advanced-Standing MSW Admission Requirements: Bachelor of Social Work graduates who meet the criteria are eligible for Advanced Standing, meaning they can complete an accelerated curriculum to earn a master’s degree in social work from CSWE-accredited MSW programs.
Pathway 2 - Traditional MSW Admission Requirements: This pathway is for graduates with any undergraduate degree.
- Program Length:
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1 Year
- Course Length:
- 7-13 Weeks
- Cost:
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$516 Per Credit
Wanda Ivette Cruz ’22, MSW ’23
School can teach you many things. But as an adult learner, life experience comes into play, and it makes a difference.”
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Benefits of Online Learning
Multiple start dates allow you to begin your program when it's convenient for you.
• Regular meeting times help students stay on track.
• As an online student, you'll have access to an array of resources including our online bookstore, online library, Office of Career Development and Academic Success Center.
• We accept up to 75 transfer credits for bachelor's programs and up to six credits for our graduate and certification programs.
Success Stories
Nearly 30 years after graduating from high school, Wanda Ivette Cruz ’22, MSW ’23 created her comeback, earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work through Alvernia University. Read her story and many more inspiring tales of perseverance and triumph.