The M.S.W. degree offered by Loyola University Chicago is distinctive for its emphasis on the clinical skills and knowledge required to assist people in positive growth and development. The M.S.W. degree offers opportunities for advanced practice in Clinical Social Work or Leadership and Development in the Social Services.  Students interested in clinical practice can specialize in health, children and families, schools, and mental health, while LDSS students learn strategies for effective non-profit management, grant-writing, staff supervision, and other leadership skills. Examples of practice in which solid clinical knowledge is important include: community mental health, children's services, school social work and social work in health-care settings. Students can also focus on migration studies as part of either track.

Length of Program

Full time students complete the program in two years.
Part time students complete the program in three to four years.

Application Deadlines

The School of Social Work welcomes your application year-round -- there are no application deadlines for the Master of Social Work and certificate programs.  Also, it's possible to begin MSW studies during any of the University's three academic terms:  Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters.  Begin your application on-line today!

The School of Social Work welcomes your application year-round -- there are no application deadlines for the Master of Social Work and certificate programs.  Also, it's possible to begin MSW studies during any of the University's three academic terms:  Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters.  Begin your application on-line today!

For more information on MSW and general admission criteria, please contact our Enrollment Advisor, Cara Young at cyoung4@luc.edu or 312/915.7707.

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