a classroom in Blake Hall" width="1140" height="648" />The Master of Social Work program at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare equips graduates with the knowledge to provide counseling and direct services to individuals, families and groups. Our graduates make changes in organizations, communities and policies.
KU’s MSW has been fully accredited by the Council on Social Work (CSWE) since 1947 and has consistently ranked in the top 12% of public institution social work programs, according to U.S. News & World Report.
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The Master of Social Work degree prepares graduates for advanced social work practice in one of two broad specializations — either clinical social work practice with individuals, families and groups or social work macro practice aimed at social service administration, social policy development and social advocacy.
Our flexible social work program and newly revised course offerings were redesigned with community and student input to ensure a dynamic educational experience that incorporates real-world opportunities. KU's Master of Social Work program is available at campuses in Lawrence, Overland Park and Salina, and as an Online MSW through Jayhawk Global.
Advanced Standing: If you already have your BSW from a CSWE-accredited university with a 3.0 or above GPA, then you should apply to the Advanced Standing plan of study.
Traditional: If you have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a 3.0 or above GPA, then you should apply to the Traditional MSW plan of study.
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Lawrence campus Advanced Standing classes are taught in-person on a weekday, during the morning and afternoon.
Edwards Campus Advanced Standing classes are taught in the traditional in-person format on a weekday in the afternoon and evening, or in the blended format that combines online learning with in-person classes every other Saturday.
Online Advanced Standing courses are taught in an online format that combines online coursework with synchronous online classes that meet every other week.
Salina Advanced Standing classes are taught in the blended class format, which combines online learning with in-person classes scheduled every other week.
