Social Work (MSW)
Be a voice for people when they need it most.
Everyone Needs an Advocate
Increase your depth of knowledge with a master's degree in social work. Our Master of Social Work program is designed to meet the educational needs of advanced-level social workers like you. In addition, our program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge of the advanced generalist model. Upon successful completion of our program, you will be eligible for licensure by the state of Texas as a Licensed Master Social Worker. For more information regarding the MSW Program, Curriculum, Student representations, expected student behavior etc. read the MSW Student Handbook.
Careers
The majority of our graduates work in a variety of settings such as private practice, mental health, hospitals and social services.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022
See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Social Work
Committed Faculty
Work closely with faculty who have a deep commitment to social work education. Our faculty will help you develop skills and experience in areas including social welfare and social justice.
People Focused
Utilize your social work skill sets to meet people where they are and help them solve complex problems in their daily lives.
Cultivate Your Passion
Make a difference in the lives of many while gaining hands-on experience through field work in various settings.
Career Readiness
Gain confidence and experience as you practice your knowledge and skills in the field. Upon successful completion of our program, you will be eligible for LMSW licensure by the state of Texas.
What You Will Learn
A degree in social work offers the opportunity to:
- Gain deeper research-based knowledge.
- Apply knowledge across multiple intervention levels.
- Work within the person-situation-environment paradigm.
- Develop advanced skills for helping diverse communities.
Focus Your Passion
The School of Social Work offers two tracks toward earning your master's degree. Students transferring to our program from another MSW program must sign a release-of-information form. This form will be used to communicate with your previous MSW program.
Foundation Generalist Practice Track
This track is either a full-time, two-year program offered over four regular semesters and one summer semester or a part-time program in which students can expect to earn their degree in about four years. This track is designed for those with ANY ONE of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree that is NOT in social work
- Bachelor’s degree in social work older than six years of anticipated start date
- Bachelor’s degree in social work from a program NOT accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Total credit hours: 57
Advanced Generalist Practice Track
Full-time students can expect to complete the Advanced Generalist Practice Track in one year. This track is designed for students who have ALL of the following:
- Bachelor of Social Work degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Bachelor of Social Work degree NOT older than six years of anticipated start date
Total credit hours: 33
MSW Field Education
The frame of reference you develop through your field experience is a valuable tool that encourages you to put your knowledge, skills and values into practice. As a practitioner, you’ll have the opportunity to work in one of several affiliated agencies offering a multitude of services to individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. Prepare for career advancement and grow as a professional during your field experience.
All social work students are required to purchase a TK20 account prior to their first semester in field. The MSW Field Education Manual includes all essential information regarding the Field Education experience. If you have questions about your field practicum, contact the MSW field director at [email protected].
Course Delivery
Our MSW program is a fully online asynchronous program.
- Fully online classes accommodate working professionals and those who cannot attend traditional classes.
- Asynchronous classes enable individuals to access course materials on their own time.
Please check the schedule of classes for locations and times. Locations and times are subject to change.
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents.
Admission
Your Path to Becoming a Lion
Note: This program is not available to international students.
Advanced Standing Program Deadlines
Fall admission consideration: August 1
Spring admission consideration: November 1
Summer admission consideration: April 1
To go through the admissions process for our MSW Advanced Standing program, you must meet the following criteria:
- CSWE-accredited BSW degree within six years of your anticipated start date
- A cumulative bachelor's GPA of 3.0 or higher, or at least 3.0 overall GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate work
Submit your application through ApplyTexas.
- Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
- Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce“ as your “Target university.”
- Select “Social Work, MSW” as your “Major.”
Domestic Application Fee 395064
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Graduate Coordinator DeRene Sutton 395159
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
- If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
- If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Complete and submit the MSW Application Package.
Have your references submit their assessments online using the MSW References Form.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Graduate Enrollment Specialist Lydia Carrascosa 395115
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
For more detailed information, checklists and reference forms, please contact us at [email protected].
Foundation Program Deadlines
Fall admission consideration: August 1
Spring admission consideration: November 1
Summer admission consideration: April 1
Applicants with one of the following degrees must complete all steps below:
- A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited program that is older than six years from your anticipated start date (regardless of GPA); or
- A bachelor's degree (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited program and whose overall bachelor's GPA is less than a 3.00 overall; or
- A bachelor's degree (BSW) from a non-CSWE accredited program (regardless of GPA); or
- A bachelor's degree (non-BSW) from an accredited college, university or equivalent institution (regardless of GPA).
- Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
- Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
- Select “Social Work, MSW” as your “Major.”
Domestic Application Fee 395064
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Graduate Coordinator DeRene Sutton 395159
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
- If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
- If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
You’ll need to submit one of the following items
- Undergraduate degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program that is older than six years from your anticipated start date; or
- Undergraduate degree in Social Work from a non-Council on Social Work Education accredited program; or
- Undergraduate degree in a related discipline from an accredited college, university or equivalent institution.
- Undergraduate degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 overall.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Complete and submit the MSW Application Package.
Have your references submit their assessments online using the MSW References Form.
If you’re transferring from another Master of Social Work program, you’re required to sign a release of information form, which will allow us to communicate with your previous MSW program.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Graduate Enrollment Specialist Lydia Carrascosa 395115
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
For more detailed information, checklists and reference forms, please contact us at [email protected].
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