Master of Social Work: Advanced Standing (BSW Holders)

Tuition fees are 28,500 USD per year.

This is the Master of Social Work (MSW) Advanced Standing program for students who earned a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) within the last seven years. It offers a full-time, in-person or online path to complete the degree in nine months, focusing on building BSW knowledge and gaining clinical experience for advanced practice. The program emphasizes clinical social work, scholastic excellence, rigorous training, and a social justice focus.

Focus areas include Health and Aging, Child and Family Wellbeing, Substance Use and Misuse, Adult Mental Health, Trauma and Interpersonal Violence, Group Practice.

Students take 8 advanced-level MSW courses plus 2 electives and complete a two-semester clinical practicum.

Graduates qualify for roles such as licensed therapists, social work managers, school social workers, and healthcare social workers, and are eligible for LCSW/LICSW licensure.

Admission is for individuals who have earned a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) within the last seven years.

Full-time, in-person or online, accelerated. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.

Simmons University, founded in 1899 and located in Boston, blends a strong liberal arts tradition with career-focused professional programs. With about 6,364 students and 61 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, Simmons emphasizes personalized learning, experiential education and professional preparation. Its urban setting connects students to internships, research collaborations and cultural resources across one of the United States’ leading academic and healthcare hubs.

Academic life at Simmons features small classes, interdisciplinary study and opportunities to translate classroom learning into practice through internships, practicums and applied projects. The university’s career services and alumni network support job placement while faculty mentorship helps students develop professional portfolios and industry contacts. Programs span healthcare, business, education, the arts and technology, each oriented toward employability and real-world impact.

Campus life balances a close-knit community with access to Boston’s museums, hospitals, startups and arts scene, providing international students both support and vibrant opportunity. Practical services include orientation, housing assistance and international advising to ease transition into study and life in the city. Prospective applicants should review program requirements, application deadlines and scholarship options to find the Simmons pathway best aligned with their academic and career goals.