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 summer semester every year. Over the course of three semesters, students will complete 36 credits. The program begins with an intensive summer session during which students will complete two 3-credit seminars held on Thursday afternoon. After completion of the summer session, students will increase credit hours to 15 credits for fall and spring semester, and days of coursework will be determined by the department.
- A bachelor's degree in social work that will be completed before matriculation in the MSW program
- A 3.0 or higher GPA
- Earned "B" or higher in each undergraduate SW course attempted
- Three satisfactory letters of recommendation (templated form that will be sent to recommenders using contact information provided by applicant)
- A statement of purpose (templated form within application portal)
- Completed Resume (templated form within application portal)
- $55 application fee
- Group Interview*
- *Interviewees will be determined after the first phase of the application review process. Not all applicants will be invited to interview.
Career Opportunities
In the state of Utah, graduates with a master's degree in Social Work are eligible to be licensed as certified social workers (CSW) upon graduation and are also eligible to begin working toward clinical licensure (LCSW). Students may obtain further information on licensure from the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing Tel. (801) 530-6628 or http://dopl.utah.gov. There are many career opportunities for social workers who can practice in a wide variety of public and private agency settings, child welfare, youth services, mental health, criminal justice, hospitals, to name just a few. Social workers also work with diverse client populations. The job market for social workers is expanding, both locally and nationally.
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Class and Practicum Requirements
Applications are currently open and will close on February 1, 2026.
NO Entrance Exam is Required for Utah State University's MSW Program