Empower Communities. Promote Healing. Lead the Future of Social Work.

Unlock your potential with our Master of Social Work (MSW)—a transformative, CSWE-accredited graduate program designed for individuals committed to justice, equity, and systemic change. Whether you're passionate about advancing mental health or driving community transformation, our MSW offers two impactful concentrations:

Clinical Practice – Focused on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care for individuals, families, and communities.

Community Practice: Community Organization, Policy, and Leadership – Centered on grassroots organizing, policy advocacy, and nonprofit leadership.

Choose the path that aligns with your passion—and prepare to lead in the settings where change is needed most.

Why Choose Our MSW Program?

Career-Ready Specializations
Whether you pursue Clinical or Community Practice, you’ll gain the skills to lead in high-demand fields—from mental health and healthcare to public policy and nonprofit management.

Flexible, Practice-Based Curriculum
Complete your degree in 2–3 years (Standard MSW) or 1–2 years (Advanced Standing for recent BSW graduates). Both tracks include extensive fieldwork—up to 1,100 hours—tailored to your goals and supervised by experienced professionals.

Licensure and Leadership Preparation
Graduates are eligible for LMSW licensure in Connecticut and well-prepared for advanced licensure (LCSW) and leadership roles across the U.S.

Strong Job Outlook & Competitive Salaries
Employment of social workers is projected to grow 7% from 2023 to 2033. Clinical social workers earned a median salary of $61,420, while community and social service managers earned $74,240 in 2024, with higher earnings in government and healthcare sectors.

Diverse Career Opportunities
Clinical Practice Graduates may become:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Mental Health Therapist
• Trauma-Informed Care Specialist
• School-Based Clinician
• Crisis Intervention Counselor
• Private Practice Therapist

Community Practice Graduates may become:

• Community Organizer
• Policy Analyst or Advocate
• Nonprofit Program Director
• Legislative Aide
• Director of Advocacy or Civic Engagement
• Researcher in Social Policy

Your Journey Starts Here
Join a community of social work professionals dedicated to healing, advocacy, and systemic change. Whether your calling is clinical care or community leadership, our MSW program equips you to make a lasting impact—one person, one policy, one community at a time.

Next Steps
     

     
Contact Us
     
SocialWorkGrad@SouthernCT.edu

College of Health and Human Services

Department of Social Work

Application Requirements

Application Submission
Application Fee ($50)
Official Transcripts
Essay
Two Letters of Recommendation
Resume/CV
Midterm Field Evaluation (Advanced Standing Only)

Essay Prompt

The essay prompt for the MSW program changes each year, you may find the current prompt here.

Capstone Requirement

Special Project

Cost of Program

Use our Paying for College Calculator to estimate the cost of your program.

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Are you ready to explore the possibilities? Our virtual campus tour offers a unique opportunity to experience our vibrant community from the comfort of your home. Dive into interactive 360-degree views of our state-of-the-art facilities, picturesque grounds, and dynamic learning environments.

Join us and see firsthand why our institution is the perfect place to start your graduate journey. Whether you're interested in cutting-edge research or a supportive and inclusive community, our virtual tour has it all.