Your MSW, Your Way

The Master of Social Work degree program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the highest-ranked academic programs in social work in the United States. Our School enrolls nearly 300 students each year with a focus on evidence-based education. With five different degree programs spanning on-campus and online options, change your community by joining our community.

On-Campus MSW

Our on-campus programs are tailored to those looking to pivot into or enhance their career in social work, whether they have a Bachelor of Social Work degree or training in another discipline. Not only do social workers with a master’s degree earn 25% more, but they gain the tools to become change makers in their communities.

UNC On-Campus MSW Program

Online MSW

If having the option to choose where you learn, access to a top-ranked MSW program, and an opportunity to enhance your social work career is important to you, then our online MSW degree is likely a great fit. We offer a conventional online program option and a one-year advanced standing pathway that let's you earn your degree in 20 months.

UNC Online MSW Program

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UNC School of Social Work Tate-Turner-Kuralt Building 325 Pittsboro St, CB #3550 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3550

For further questions, please contact: mswadmissions@unc.edu 919-962-4905

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  • 12-month Advanced Standing Program
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  • Online MSW Program
  • Online Advanced Standing Program
  • Ph.D. Program

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