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Master of Social Work

MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND, WHILE DRIVING SOCIAL CHANGE AND EMPOWERING FUTURE GENERATIONS

Valparaiso University’s master of social work program is grounded in its legacy of excellence within the field that will set you apart as a high-quality and distinguished social work professional within mental health settings, schools, the criminal justice system, and beyond.

Quality and flexibility are at the core of our program. With both a fulltime and part-time option in online and in-person formats, our MSW offers multiple pathways to graduation while never compromising our commitment to the transformational educational experience needed for quality social work professionals.

The program will equip you to enter the workforce as an advanced generalist practitioner. Within this specialization, you’ll select a pathway that uniquely prepares you to practice in your specific area of interest. This approach, along with our cohort model and small class sizes, will create a meaningful experience, producing students who will lead, thrive, and radiate their light in the classroom and beyond. Valpo MSW students won’t just graduate with a degree, they’ll graduate with a network that will support them for a lifetime.

VALUE OF A VALPO GRADUATE DEGREE

Graduate tuition for the 2024–2025 academic year is $706 per credit. The program offers early entry options and scholarships for qualified undergraduate students.

Visit valpo.edu/social-work/master-of-social-work to learn more.

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PART-TIME ONLINE

Below is a sample part-time (online, limited in-person summer coursework) curriculum map.

ADMISSION CHECKLIST

■ Valparaiso University graduate application (online)

■ Certified bachelor’s degree transcript, plus transcripts for all other degrees earned and/or coursework completed

■ One letter of recommendation

■ A reflective essay indicating your anticipated career goals and reasons for undertaking graduate study in the particular program you are applying for at Valpo

Valpo undergraduate students may be eligible for admission to this program senior year as an early entry student. Additional application requirements may apply. For more information, visit valpo.edu/grad.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS

For information on scholarships and awards, visit valpo.edu/financialaid.

* Research methods note: Students must take a statistics class prior to this course, and could take an online statistics class over the summer or during the year to fulfill this requirement.

Valparaiso University admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. (For a full statement, see valpo.edu.)

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN 46383

phone: 219.464.5022

web: valpo.edu

email: grad@valpo.edu

REQUIRED COURSES 60 CR.
Y EAR 1 SUMMER SEMESTER | IN-PERSON 5 CR. SOCW 500 Generalist Valpo Bridge 2 Cr. SOCW 640 Advanced Communication Skills 3 Cr. YEAR 1 FALL SEMESTER | ONLINE 9 CR. SOCW 510 Social Welfare Policy: History & Programs 3 Cr. SOCW 520 Human Behavior & Social Environment 3 Cr. SOCW 560 DEI: A Framework for Social Justice 3 Cr. YEAR 1 SPRING SEMESTER | ONLINE 9 CR. SOCW 556 Generalist Practice with Individuals 3 Cr. SOCW 557 Generalist Practice with Organizations & Communities 3 Cr. SOCW 691-698 Elective Course I 3 Cr. YEAR 2 SUMMER SEMESTER | IN-PERSON 3 CR. SOCW 620 Advanced Practice & Theory 3 Cr. YEAR 2 FALL SEMESTER | ONLINE 10 CR. SOCW 555 Generalist Practice with Groups & Families 3 Cr. SOCW 691-698 Elective Course II 3 Cr. SOCW 691-698 Elective Course III 3 Cr. SOCW 690 Topics Course 1 Cr. YEAR 2 SPRING SEMESTER | ONLINE 6 CR. SOCW 576 Foundation Practicum Seminar I 2 Cr. SOCW 586 Foundation Practicum Experience I 4 Cr. YEAR 3 SUMMER SEMESTER | IN-PERSON 5 CR. SOCW 610 Leadership for Ethical & Equitable Policy 3 Cr. SOCW 600 Advanced Valpo Bridge 2 Cr. YEAR 3 FALL SEMESTER | ONLINE 5 CR. SOCW 675 Specialization Practicum Seminar I 2 Cr. SOCW 685 Specialization Practicum Experience I 3 Cr. YEAR 3 SPRING SEMESTER | ONLINE 8 CR. SOCW 676 Specialization Practicum Seminar II 1 Cr. SOCW 686 Specialization Practicum Experience II 2 Cr. SOCW 666* Advanced Research for Practice 3 Cr. SOCW 689 Workforce Development 2 Cr.

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