The Simmons University MSW | OnlineThe Simmons University MSW | OnlineThe Simmons University MSW | Online


Prepare to pursue licensure as a clinical social worker — and to create meaningful change as an activist practitioner — with Simmons University’s innovative online Master of Social Work (MSW) program.

Prepare to pursue licensure as a clinical social worker — and to create meaningful change as an activist practitioner — with Simmons University’s innovative online Master of Social Work (MSW) program.

Prepare to pursue licensure as a clinical social worker — and to create meaningful change as an activist practitioner — with Simmons University’s innovative online Master of Social Work (MSW) program.

  • Join a CSWE-Accredited Program – Our online MSW program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
  • Pursue a Certificate With Your MSW – Gain advanced skills you need to pursue careers in specific focus areas: Mental Health Practice, Trauma Practice, or Clinical Practice with Active Service Members, Veterans, and Families.
  • Complete Your MSW in as Few as 9 Months – We offer full-time, part-time, and accelerated tracks, as well as an advanced standing track for BSW graduates, so you can earn your degree at the pace that best fits your lifestyle.

A Strong Social Work Legacy

1st

School of Clinical Social Work in the Country1

100+

Years Educating Social Work Leaders

3

Certificate Options Offered

Built to Drive Progress

Simmons School of Social Work has trained social workers for clinical practice on our campus since 1904 and online since 2014 — empowering generations of social advocates to facilitate positive change for individuals, families, groups, and communities.

As an online MSW student, you will explore the most pressing issues affecting contemporary society. Close collaboration with expert faculty and passionate peers will help you develop a variety of evidence-informed approaches and interventions to use in your own practice.

  • Explore social work concepts in live, online classes.
  • Develop skills during practicum education and community placement.
  • Build lasting relationships within the Simmons community.

The MSW curriculum incorporates social justice values and a multicultural perspective to prepare you for a wide range of clinical settings. Simmons maintains a national network of clinical partnerships and will work directly with you to identify placement sites near you — so you can complete your practicum education without relocating.

We offer full-time, part-time, and accelerated tracks, plus an advanced standing track for BSW graduates, so you can choose the pace that best fits your lifestyle.

Become a champion for justice in your community with our online MSW program.

1Simmons School of Social Work was founded as a joint venture with Harvard University in 1904.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference