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    University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

    Master of Social Work

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    Ann Arbor, USMSWIn-person20 months
    $109,412.00
    Tuition
    over 20mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    386
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 60-credit, 20-month, in-person MSW program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $109,412.

    About the program

    The program provides a generalist foundation with eight specialized pathways including Children, Youth & Families, Community Change, Global Social Work Practice, Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse, Management & Leadership, Policy & Political Social Work, Program Evaluation & Applied Research, and Social Work Practice with Older Adults & Families from a Lifespan Perspective.

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    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min recommended minimum TOEFL 100 (iBT); 600 (PBT); 250 (CBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 (with section scores 6.5+)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,016.00
    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 at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $109,412 across 60 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 20 months and 60 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.
    How large is the Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cohort?
    Master of Social Work at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor typically enrolls around 386 students per cohort.