Master of Social Work / Advanced Standing
West Virginia University
Program Details
Finish your master’s expeditiously if you already hold a bachelor's in social work, with this online Advanced Standing MSW. As an experienced professional, you’ll apply your professional experience to the CSWE-accredited curriculum. This online MSW is intended to fulfill the need for social workers to serve in rural communities, with particular focus on the Appalachian region. Coursework generally involves:
- Contemporary Issues in Aging
- Child Mental Health: Promotion, Prevention, and Treatment
- Clinical Practice in Integrated Healthcare
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
West Virginia University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.75 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Applicants must have a CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work degree.
- GRE scores are waived for applicants with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Advanced standing applicants will need to provide a case study.