Coming Soon: Master of Social Work
An Innovative MSW Designed for Holistic Well-Being
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is excited to announce the development of a Master of Social Work (MSW) program, designed for students seeking a high-quality, career-focused social work graduate degree. This advanced generalist MSW degree emphasizes personal, professional and systemic well-being.
The program prepares future social work professionals to lead in high-demand areas such as rural mental health, behavioral health and trauma-informed practice. Grounded in the science of mindfulness, nature-based interventions and trauma-informed care, this hybrid MSW program will offer a holistic lens of well-being and feature instruction from regional field experts.
Program at a Glance
- Tracks: Advanced Standing for students with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited social work program; Foundation program for students with bachelor’s degrees in related fields
- Format: Hybrid format delivered primarily online, combining flexible on-your-own-time learning with occasional live virtual meetings and several weekend intensive workshops throughout the year
- Duration: One year for Advanced Standing; two years for the Foundation program
- Credits: 36 credits for Advanced Standing; 63 credits for the Foundation program
- Cost: $590/credit* (Estimated total cost for Advanced Standing: $23,916)
- Accreditation: The program is preparing to apply for Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation
*Additional fees include a $66 per-credit online support services fee, a $60 distance learning fee per course and a $100 per-semester weekend residency fee during the Advanced Standing year.
Why Choose UW-Superior?
Innovative Delivery Model
This flexible hybrid MSW program combines online coursework with interactive virtual sessions and in-person weekend workshops, giving students both convenience and essential hands-on skills practice for social work and behavioral health careers.
Two Tracks to Choose From
Graduates from accredited undergraduate social work programs may enter the Advanced Standing MSW pathway and finish in one year. Students with bachelor’s degrees in related fields can apply to the Foundation-level MSW program and complete their degree in two years.
Specialized Curriculum
Students engage in real-world problem solving and benefit from UW–Superior’s strengths in rural mental health, resilience-focused interventions, clinical practice, and the science and practice of mindfulness and well-being – areas increasingly sought after in today’s mental and behavioral health workforce.
Preparation to Work in Many Settings
As demand for licensed mental health and counseling professionals continues to rise, graduates will be prepared to work in diverse settings, including:
- Clinical therapy and counseling
- Substance use treatment
- Hospitals
- Integrated mental health centers
- Health-focused nonprofits
- County social services
- Community mental health agencies
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Schools
- Public policy and Advocacy
Access to Expert Instructors
Faculty and instructors are known locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally for their teaching and scholarship, especially in areas of:
- Mindfulness
- Environmental justice and sustainability
- Trauma-informed practices
- Working in rural mental and behavioral health
Personalized Support
Receive dedicated guidance and full access to online student support services. Students benefit from expert faculty, a supportive campus community, and a learning environment tailored to the needs of adult learners.
Program Mission
The mission of the UW-Superior Master of Social Work program is to prepare mindful and resilient advanced generalist social workers to embody professional wellness, lead with cultural humility, integrate nature-based approaches and envision more equitable and liberatory systems of care, particularly in rural settings.
Accreditation and Program Status
The MSW program at the University of Wisconsin–Superior is currently in development and is actively preparing candidacy materials for submission to the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the national accrediting body for social work education. The program is not yet in Candidacy for Accreditation and is not accepting students at this time.
Course Offerings
Note: The courses listed below are not yet published in the Graduate Catalog because the program is not currently enrolling students. This list is provided for reference purposes only and is subject to change prior to the program’s official launch.
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