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.
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