Program Details
An online Master of Social Work degree is available to the nontraditional student through California State University-Northridge. This program prepares students to work with vulnerable and at-risk populations through hands-on work and experiential learning. Studies focus primarily on urban community practice, exploring topics including but not limited to:
- Human Behavior
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Theory and Practice
Through this program students will develop a skill set applicable to social work at any level. Courses are fully online and asynchronous, with one field class requirement wherein students and faculty meet at the same time once a week. The curriculum is designed as a cohort model to help students develop professional relationships with peers. Graduates with this advanced degree may find pursuable pathways as direct service providers, researchers, service workers, counselors, and more.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
California State University-Northridge is accredited by:
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.5 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- According to U.S. immigration regulations, F-1 and M-1 students cannot pursue online degrees. The focus on classroom participation for J-1 students may mean that J-1 students cannot maintain their status if enrolled in an online program. Therefore, if admitted to the MSW Online program, F-1, M-1, and J-1 students must participate in the program from their home country.
Restricted States
New Mexico, North Carolina, Rhode Island