Master of Social Work in Minneapolis United States | University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The MSW program equips students for higher-level social work careers. Options include a 53-credit standard track and a 34-credit advanced standing pathway. Students can specialize in clinical mental health, community practice, family and child services, or health, disability, and aging. The MSW Program's core purpose is to train future leaders and practitioners in these key areas: Clinical Mental Health, Community Practice, Family and Child Services, and Health, Disability, and Aging. Refer to the official M.S.W. Program mission statement. Our curriculum emphasizes preparing social workers—including case managers, policy experts, therapists, and community advocates—to comprehend how societal power dynamics influence professional roles. We foster an inclusive educational setting that enables students to cultivate the cultural competence needed for effective practice in diverse populations.