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10/19/2026

Your goals can help shape how you experience the online MSSW program.

A method specialization focuses on the skills you want to develop, from advanced clinical practice to policy, programming, or leadership. A field of practice lets you focus those skills on the professional area where you hope to make an impact.

Together, they give you an opportunity to build an education around both how you want to practice social work and where you want to take it.

Explore your options. https://bit.ly/4g3ao63

10/09/2026

Looking ahead to your next step in social work?
October 31 is the application deadline for three online MSSW pathways designed to accommodate different professional experiences and schedules:
• Part-Time to Full-Time (Extended): https://bit.ly/4dKVmBE
• One-Year Residency for Working Professionals (Reduced Residency): https://bit.ly/3Vpb0wi
• Part-Time: https://bit.ly/3Vpb7bc
Explore each pathway to find the option that best fits your experience, goals, and schedule, then take the next step toward your MSSW.

09/16/2026

Practicum education is where classroom learning becomes real-world experience.

Through practicum placements, the online MSSW students develop and apply their social work skills in professional settings while learning alongside experienced practitioners. These experiences help students grow into reflective, knowledgeable, and compassionate social workers prepared to support diverse communities.

Learn more about practicum education in the online MSSW program. https://bit.ly/4g3adHV

09/08/2026

Welcome, Fall 2026 MSSW students.

As you begin your journey with the Columbia School of Social Work, you are joining a community committed to advocacy, equity, and meaningful change. We are excited to see the perspectives, experiences, and passion you bring to the profession of social work.

Here’s to the start of an impactful semester. https://bit.ly/4wocAva

09/03/2026

No two social work careers look exactly alike. Your education should reflect that.

Through the online Master of Science in Social Work program, students choose both a method specialization and a field of practice to align their studies with the communities and challenges they care about most.

Explore the pathways available through the MSSW program. https://bit.ly/4g3ao63

08/28/2026

There is no single path into social work and no single way to earn your MSSW degree.

The Columbia School of Social Work offers six degree pathways designed to support students with different academic backgrounds, professional experiences, and scheduling needs. Whether you are beginning your social work journey or building on previous experience, there is a pathway built to help you move forward.

Explore the online MSSW pathways and find the option that fits your goals.

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08/18/2026

Social work is evolving alongside the world around us.

From mental health advocacy and aging populations to technology and global humanitarian challenges, today’s social workers are helping communities navigate increasingly complex issues with empathy, innovation, and action.

Explore emerging trends shaping the future of social work.

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06/24/2026

How long does the MSSW online program option take to complete?

The length of your degree depends on your pathway you choose.

Explore additional FAQs and find the pathway that fits your goals.

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06/08/2026

Where does an MSSW degree lead?

Graduates of the Master of Science in Social Work program pursue careers across clinical practice, policy, education, and community-based organizations. Alumni are applying their skills in meaningful ways to support individuals, families, and systems nationwide.

Explore the primary career outcomes of recent graduates. https://bit.ly/4u4t5eT

05/27/2026

Why Columbia School of Social Work?

For more than a century, Columbia has led the field of social work education, training, and research. Our program combines innovative research and real-world practice to prepare graduates for leadership across clinical, policy, community settings, and more.

Explore what sets the Master of Science in Social Work program apart: https://bit.ly/4echJRE

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