Indianapolis,
IN,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Advanced Standing Program in Indianapolis United States | University of Indianapolis
University of Indianapolis
|
Indianapolis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,912
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
UIndy's Master of Social Work empowers you to transform your passions into meaningful career outcomes. This MSW program equips you for advanced specialized practice and leadership positions across diverse communities. Through close collaboration with our dedicated faculty, you'll gain hands-on experience addressing societal challenges one individual at a time.
The MSW curriculum at UIndy offers comprehensive insights into social welfare, building upon our respected BSW program. It provides exceptional opportunities for community engagement and interdisciplinary partnerships with UIndy's health sciences and psychology departments - a pioneering model in Indiana.
Both the University of Indianapolis' bachelor's and master's social work programs maintain accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education's Board of Accreditation.
This accreditation signifies that our programs meet or surpass rigorous quality standards assessed through peer evaluation. Accredited programs demonstrate adequate resources to fulfill their educational objectives and maintain full compliance with all Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.
The accreditation covers all program locations and delivery formats, offering assurance of program quality and graduate competency.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Intimate cohort sizes foster close faculty mentorship
Personalized attention through small classes and accessible professors
Graduates qualify for three licensure pathways: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)
Flexible completion options: one or two years based on your prior degree
Extensive community involvement and cross-disciplinary collaboration with UIndy's health sciences and psychology departments
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Resume
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
BSW from accredited (CSWE) school within the past 10 years OR a BSW acquired more than 10 years from the time of application to the MSW program with social work experience and an active/current LBSW. A course in Statistics is also required.
A cumulative GPA of 2.8 in all courses and a minimum GPA of 3.25 in all social work courses. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
A course in Statistics (it is highly recommended that statistics is taken before entering the program, under special circumstances, it can be taken no later than the first semester of the program).
Two essay responses that provide evidence of values consistent with the Social Work Profession, and satisfactory critical thinking and writing skills:
Statement of Personal Interest
Practicum Experience
Three letters of reference (at least one academic reference preferred)
Final BSW senior practicum evaluation (if a BSW degree is already completed or is near completion. If students are currently enrolled in a BSW program and have recently begun a senior practicum and have not received a practicum evaluation, they may submit a final junior practicum evaluation).
No GRE required
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum scores of at least IBT 100, CBT/TWE 250/5.0 or paper-based 603.
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
BSW from accredited (CSWE) school within the past 10 years OR a BSW acquired more than 10 years from the time of application to the MSW program with social work experience and an active/current LBSW. A course in Statistics is also required.
A cumulative GPA of 2.8 in all courses and a minimum GPA of 3.25 in all social work courses. Students below the minimum GPA can petition the MSW Admission Committee for an exemption from the GPA criteria if they believe they have special circumstances.
A course in Statistics (it is highly recommended that statistics is taken before entering the program, under special circumstances, it can be taken no later than the first semester of the program).
Two essay responses that provide evidence of values consistent with the Social Work Profession, and satisfactory critical thinking and writing skills:
Statement of Personal Interest
Practicum Experience
Three letters of reference (at least one academic reference preferred)
Final BSW senior practicum evaluation (if a BSW degree is already completed or is near completion. If students are currently enrolled in a BSW program and have recently begun a senior practicum and have not received a practicum evaluation, they may submit a final junior practicum evaluation).
No GRE required
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum scores of at least IBT 100, CBT/TWE 250/5.0 or paper-based 603.
Tuition
USD
21,912