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    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

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    Boston, USMSWIn-person2 years
    $93,340.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    239
    Cohort
    students
    66
    Credits
    $40.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College is a 66-credit, 2-year, in-person MSW program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $93,340.

    About the program

    The MSW program offers clinical and macro practice specializations with choices in fields of practice such as mental health, children and families, and global practice. It includes 12 required courses, 5 electives, and field education requiring two to three days per week in settings like schools, nonprofits, and hospitals.

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    #8 U.S. News & World Report (2024)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,236.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College is $93,340 across 66 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College take to complete?
    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College is structured around 2 years and 66 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College?
    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College reports an acceptance rate of approximately 51%.
    How large is the Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College cohort?
    Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) at Boston College typically enrolls around 239 students per cohort.