Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work (Advanced Standing) in Boston United States | Boston University
Boston University
|
Boston United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
37,838
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
For students who have obtained or will soon complete a bachelor's degree from a CSWE-accredited social work program, we provide an Advanced Standing Track at these locations:
Charles River Campus (Boston): Available in both full-time and part-time Advanced Standing formats
Off-Campus Locations: Part-time Advanced Standing offered at Fall River and Bedford campuses
Online Option: Part-time Advanced Standing available
This accelerated pathway requires applicants to hold an undergraduate social work degree from a CSWE-accredited program, completed within six years prior to enrollment. Admission requires a minimum 3.0 (B) undergraduate GPA.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
To apply for admission to any of our MSW programs, you must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or be enrolled in a course of study that will result in the award of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university before you begin your MSW studies.
BUSSW does not have a GPA requirement for Traditional or Human Service Experience track applicants. However, all Advanced Standing applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Personal statement: 3-4 pages, double-spaced
Current resume or CV
Three references: One reference is required from a faculty member or advisor if you are currently in school, and/or from a supervisor if you are working
Transcripts: Transcripts should include all previous undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate academic institutions, including study abroad transcripts
Phone or Skype interview: May be required for Online Program and international student applicants
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 577 is required on the paper-based test, a minimum score of 233 is required on the computer-based test, and a minimum score of 100 is required for the Internet-based test, with a minimum score requirement of 23 in each of the four sub-categories of the exam: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. For the IELTS, a minimum score of 7.0 is required.
BUSSW does not have a GPA requirement for Traditional or Human Service Experience track applicants. However, all Advanced Standing applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Personal statement: 3-4 pages, double-spaced
Current resume or CV
Three references: One reference is required from a faculty member or advisor if you are currently in school, and/or from a supervisor if you are working
Transcripts: Transcripts should include all previous undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate academic institutions, including study abroad transcripts
Phone or Skype interview: May be required for Online Program and international student applicants
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 577 is required on the paper-based test, a minimum score of 233 is required on the computer-based test, and a minimum score of 100 is required for the Internet-based test, with a minimum score requirement of 23 in each of the four sub-categories of the exam: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. For the IELTS, a minimum score of 7.0 is required.
Tuition
USD
37,838