MSW – Advanced Standing Five-Semester, Part-Time Program

Overview

The mission of Utah State University's MSW program is consistent with the intent of CSWE Educational Policy standards regarding the purpose and structure of social work education and with the University's mission and vision. The mission is grounded in the Social Work Department's guiding philosophy which is based on two broad traditions: generalist and advanced generalist social work practice and the land grant university heritage. The program is committed to enhancing the quality of life in Utah, the nation, and the world, through community engagement, leadership development, research and extension, and is reflective of the fundamental need to adjust social institutions to the democratic and egalitarian ideals of both the University and Social Work profession. 

Advanced Standing Program

The Advanced Standing (AS) program begins fall semester every year. Over the course of five semesters, students will complete 36 credits. The program begins with an intensive summer session during which students will complete two 3-credit seminars. After completion of the summer session, AS students will join the full-time students in their second year of the traditional 2-year MSW program coursework and internship. Notification of admittance will be distributed in February of each application cycle.

5 Semester Part-Time Program

The Advanced Standing (AS) program begins fall semester yearly at the USU Statewide Campuses. Over the course of five semesters, students will complete 36 credits. The cohort will begin the 16-week fall session course work beginning in August and ending in May. Classes will be held from 5:15 PM to 10:30 PM once a week. MSW Part-Time (5 Semester) AS applications are due by July prior to the intake year. Notification of admittance will be distributed in the spring of each application cycle.

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