Master of Social Work
Welcome to the Texas Woman’s University Master of Social Work program, where innovation, inclusivity and your personal and professional growth are our top priorities!
Our hybrid online format provides you with the flexibility to learn at your own pace, while still offering the depth and richness of an in-person experience. This flexibility caters to diverse learning styles and helps make education accessible to students with various personal and professional commitments.
One of the greatest strengths of our program is the diversity that enriches both our faculty and student body. You will be part of a dynamic community, where different perspectives and experiences contribute to a vibrant learning environment. Our faculty members bring a wealth of expertise and are dedicated to supporting you at every step of your academic journey.
Fall applications
Admissions for Fall 2026 are now closed.
Any applications that were received after May 8th, 2026, will be considered for Fall 2027 admission.
MSW admissions drop-in sessions
Info sessions for the Fall 2027 application cycle coming in September 2026.
Priority application deadline
The MSW Program will have a priority application deadline of Jan. 22, 2027. Applicants who submit all materials by this date will receive an admissions decision by February 5, 2027. Students wishing to be considered for TWU scholarships (university, college, school, division and/or program level) are strongly encouraged to apply by this priority deadline.
If the program has not yet reached capacity, a secondary deadline will be available March 19, 2027. Applications received by this date will be reviewed, and decisions will be released no later than April 2, 2027. If the program reaches capacity during the priority review period, qualified applicants reviewed after that point may be placed on a waitlist and notified if space becomes available.
Applications submitted after March 19 will be reviewed on a rolling basis after April 2, 2027, as space allows. Applicants reviewed during this period will be admitted until capacity is reached, declined or added to the waitlist.
Field education
Social work is a multifaceted profession and requires you to develop a knowledge, skill and value base that can support a complex array of activities across diverse settings. The field internship has historically been one of the key elements in social work education, providing an opportunity for you to build, integrate and apply your knowledge with a client population within an agency setting.
Under the guidance of agency field Instructors, students take on greater and greater levels of responsibility. Field internships provide you an opportunity to build a repertoire of skills and enhance your sense of identification with the profession. This important educational experience is often referred to as the signature pedagogy of social work education and signifies a transition to the professional work world. For all of these reasons, students often report that field is one of the most important and challenging parts of the curriculum.
For your convenience, we have provided links to access the Field Education Manual, Field Application, Learning Contract, Internship Evaluation and current CSWE Competencies. These PDF documents are intended to provide information to both you and your field instructor to ensure a successful field experience. Feel free to contact the Field Director at any time for additional information or questions.
Field Education Documents
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