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School of Social Work
Indiana University
Master of Social Work (MSW)

Live Your Passion

IU’s School of Social Work offers the #1 ranked Master of Social Work program in Indiana and a top 50 national ranking, preparing students to turn their passion into their profession.

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  • 7
    Campus Locations
  • 100%
    Asynchronously Online
  • 2
    Semester Accelerated Path
  • 2700+
    Practicum Partners

Why IU is Right for You

With seven campuses across Indiana and a 100% online option, our state-of-the-industry curriculum is designed to fit your lifestyle. Specialized focus areas and an eSocial Work certificate prepare graduates to meet people where they are and provide meaningful care.

You’ll benefit from practicum placement assistance and more than 2,700 partners nationwide, gaining a comprehensive, holistic, and integrative education that prepares you to make an impact in your community and beyond.

 

Focus Areas

IU’s MSW is designed to teach you about the full range of social work practice. Our focus areas give you more knowledge in your chosen field.

Which focus area is your passion?

  • Behavioral health

    Provides a holistic approach to mental health and substance misuse treatment and is designed to improve overall wellbeing.

  • Children, youth, and families

    Improves the outcomes of children and families. You will be prepared to work with families experiencing risk and trauma through utilizing policies and services to address barriers.

  • Community & Organizational Leadership

    Facilitates working with non-government organizations (NGO). You will be able to identify and inform the macro role of communities and organizations in supporting individuals and families.

  • Health

    Encompasses practice in medical and healthcare settings to identify and address care needs beyond medical treatments.

  • School Social Work

    Addresses situational aspects that impact learning to better position children and youth for successful educational outcomes.

  • Special Practice Areas in Social Work

    Provides a broad, adaptable framework for supporting diverse communities, allowing students to tailor coursework to their career goals.

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e-Social Work Practice Graduate Certificate

We offer the nation’s first telehealth social work certificate online, designed specifically for social workers. Telehealth is an important tool to remove barriers to accessing care. In this certificate, students will learn essential skills and techniques to deploy social work practice across virtual settings. 100% online Create better access to care Learn contemporary strategies for behavioral health care

Learn more about e-Social Work Practice Graduate Certificate

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Dual Degree Programs

IU Social Work offers dual degree programs. Students who seek a dual degree program will benefit from the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills embedded in the program. Having a dual degree creates a strong foundation in multiple disciplines and enhances career opportunities for specific practice arenas.

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Master of Public Health + MSW

The combined MPH-MSW creates a comprehensive, holistic approach to address health and social issues. This approach enables practitioners to address individual and community level problems effectively from a variety of disciplinary perspectives. With a strong foundation in both fields, professionals can advocate more effectively for policies and programs that improve health and social wellbeing. Overall, the dual degrees of MPH and MSW equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to tackle complex social and health issues from multiple angles, leading to more effective and sustainable solutions.

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Juris Doctorate (JD) + MSW

The combined JD and MSW are a powerful combination. With a JD, you can provide legal representation and advocacy, while an MSW allows you to offer direct social services and support. This dual expertise enables you to address both the legal and social aspects of complex issues. You can navigate legal systems and social services to create comprehensive solutions and tackle multifaceted problems more effectively. With a deep understanding of both legal and social issues, you can play a significant role in shaping and implementing policies that improve social and legal systems. For those passionate about making a significant impact, the dual degrees can provide a deeply rewarding career path, allowing you to effect change on multiple levels.Overall, the combination of a JD and MSW provides a robust foundation for a career that can make a substantial difference in the lives of individuals and communities.The combined JD and MSW are a powerful combination. With a JD, you can provide legal representation and advocacy, while an MSW allows you to offer direct social services and support. This dual expertise enables you to address both the legal and social aspects of complex issues. You can navigate legal systems and social services to create comprehensive solutions and tackle multifaceted problems more effectively. With a deep understanding of both legal and social issues, you can play a significant role in shaping and implementing policies that improve social and legal systems. For those passionate about making a significant impact, the dual degrees can provide a deeply rewarding career path, allowing you to effect change on multiple levels.Overall, the combination of a JD and MSW provides a robust foundation for a career that can make a substantial difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

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