Master's in Social Work
Earn your master's in Social Work from a top-ranked accredited M.S.W. program.
Make a meaningful impact in individuals' lives and communities with UND’s Master of Social Work (M.S.W.). This CSWE-accredited program prepares you for clinical, policy, and leadership roles in social work, which are offered in online and on-campus formats for maximum flexibility.
- Program type:
- Master's Degree
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 1-3 years
- Credit hours:
- 36-60
Why choose UND’s master’s in Social Work?
Affordable M.S.W Degree
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The Advanced Generalist emphasis prepares you for all practice settings, including clinical social work. You will be prepared to provide advanced social services and develop the skills needed for advanced positions.
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We provide financial support to qualified students who commit to working in an approved child welfare agency in North Dakota upon graduation.
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Get involved with our national award-winning Student Social Work Association or Phi Alpha, the social work honor society.
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UND is home to the Children & Family Services Training Center, providing research and training with a strong rural focus. The Center certifies all new child welfare workers and all North Dakota foster parents.
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Internships are available in various agencies and include training to provide vital services in rural communities.
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Participate in the web-based Leadership Academy for Supervisors (LAS) for experienced child welfare supervisors. Most participants live and work in rural areas with limited access to training.
Career Opportunities with a Master’s in Social Work
Courses You Can Take
How is the online master's in Social Work offered?
Live Online M.S.W. Classes
Synchronous classes are held in real-time. If you’re the kind of learner who likes active discussion and immediate feedback through live interaction, you’ll enjoy this online course format.
Every class is different, but generally, you’ll log into a virtual classroom at scheduled times to:
- Listen to a lecture
- Ask questions
- Participate in class discussions
- Conduct group activities
- Participate in video-sharing
- Have chat conversations
- Use interactive whiteboards
- Take live polls
You should prepare for your classes by finishing any assigned readings, compiling questions for your instructor and thinking about how to contribute to the next live class.
Local Social Work Field Placement
You'll participate in a 500-hour field placement to better serve your own community, and may be completed in your local community. Background checks are required prior to entry into field placements.
Accredited and Ranked Among the Best Online M.S.W. Programs
Why UND online?
FAQs
Compare our online and on campus costs. You'll find we are one of the most affordable social work schools in the Midwest. Our online students pay the same affordable tuition rate regardless of their legal residency.
UND is committed to assisting students in funding their education, providing over $105 million in financial aid annually. A range of financial aid options offered by UND, including scholarships (merit-based), grants (need-based), and loans, help students alleviate college costs.
The online M.S.W. program coursework is completed remotely through digital platforms, allowing for greater scheduling flexibility. On the other hand, the on campus M.S.W. program involves attending classes in person at the university campus, providing a more traditional experience and opportunities to have real interactions. Besides such small differences, the transcript and diploma offered by UND are the same for online and on campus students.
The duration for completing the UND’s M.S.W. degree ranges from 1 to 3 years based on enrollment. Full-time students attending the M.S.W. program on campus can complete it in as few as three semesters, while the time it takes part-time students is longer.
Please be aware there may be different application deadlines for international students.
Yes, international students are eligible for the online M.S.W. program provided by UND. To apply, they must complete the application, submit required documents, including transcripts and English proficiency scores, and fulfill immunization and TB screening requirements.
The difficulty of the M.S.W. program varies from student to student. While the coursework can be challenging, with hard work, dedication, and a genuine interest in the field, many students find the program manageable and even rewarding.
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