Our Traditional MSW program is offered in Autumn, Spring and Summer semesters and is available on the Columbus campus and online. It is designed for students who have earned an undergraduate degree in something other than social work or who received a Bachelor of Social Work (BSSW) more than five years ago. Our Traditional MSW degree can be completed full time in two years or part time in either three or four years. Our Traditional MSW degree can be completed full time in two years or part time in either three or four years.
| 2-year MSW Curriculum Breakdown | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundation Courses | 19 Hours |
| Areas of Emphasis | 6 Hours |
| Advanced Practice Methods Courses | 12 Hours |
| Practice Evaluation Courses | 6 Hours |
| Field Education & Seminar | 11 Hours |
| Elective Courses | 9 Hours |
| Total | 63 Hours |
Online Master of Social Work
The Ohio State University Master of Social Work (MSW) program is available online in both the Traditional and Advanced Standing formats for students residing in all U.S. states except Colorado, as well as select international locations.
Ohio State Online provides detailed information about the online MSW program, including curriculum, course delivery, admissions requirements, and student resources. Visit the Ohio State Online Master of Social Work page to learn more about the online learning experience.
Courses may be offered in asynchronous and/or synchronous formats:
- Asynchronous courses allow students to complete coursework on their own schedule within designated weekly deadlines.
- Synchronous courses require students to attend live online class sessions at scheduled times with instructors and classmates.
Because online program availability and requirements may change, we encourage prospective students to contact the College of Social Work Admissions Office at cswadmissions@osu.edu for the most current information regarding online enrollment options.
For state authorization requirements and licensure information, please see State Authorization | Ohio State Online.
