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    Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM)

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    Boston, USMSW/EdMIn-person30 months
    $73,124.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    14%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    83
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University is a 83-credit, 30-month, in-person MSW/EdM program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $73,124.

    About the program

    The program combines social work and education, allowing concentration in Clinical or Macro Social Work and either Special Education (including behavioral and mental health) or Educational Leadership & Policy Studies. It prepares students for roles in early intervention, school social work, administration, and policy through interdisciplinary study.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 4% U.S. News & World Report
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min For TOEFL Internet-based tests taken prior to January 21, 2026: a minimum score of 100 is required with a minimum score requirement of 25 in each of the four subsections of the exam: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. For TOEFL Internet-based tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: a minimum score of 5 is required with a minimum score requirement of 5 in each of the four subsections of the exam: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Wheelock minimum TOEFL or MyBest score for all programs is 100.
    IELTS
    required
    Min For IELTS: a minimum score of 7.0 is required on each of the four subsections as well as an overall band score of 7.0 or higher. Wheelock minimum IELTS score for all programs is 7.0 overall.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,969.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University is $73,124 across 83 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University take to complete?
    Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University is structured around 30 months and 83 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or its equivalent
    How competitive is Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University?
    Master of Social Work / Master of Education (MSW/EdM) at Boston University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 14%.