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    Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program

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    Columbus, USMSWHybrid1 year
    $65,908.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    53%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    43
    Credits

    Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus is a 43-credit, 1-year, hybrid MSW program based in Columbus, US. Tuition is $65,908.

    About the program

    Advanced standing MSW for BSW holders covering foundation courses, areas of emphasis such as aging/health or mental health, advanced practice methods in micro and macro practice, and practice evaluation projects integrated with field education.

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    12th nationally (U.S. News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 12, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min English Proficiency Score (for international students)
    IELTS
    required
    Min English Proficiency Score (for international students)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,632.00
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $65,908 across 43 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus is structured around 1 year and 43 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: Cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 system) for Bachelor of Social Work degree
    How competitive is Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing Alternative Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 53%.