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MSW Social Work at University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy & Practice is one of the oldest and most well-respected social work programs in the country. The program (ranked 8th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report) is designed to prepare social workers for leadership roles in developing and providing services to individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in the local, national, and global arenas.

Faculty: School of Social Policy and Practice  |  Duration: 16 course units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States

What you will study

Requires 16 course units in total. Listed required courses include SWRK 6010 History and Philosophy of Social Work and Social Welfare; SWRK 6020 Human Behavior in the Social Environment; SWRK 6030 American Racism and Social Work Practice; SWRK 6040 Foundations of Social Work Practice I and Practicum; SWRK 6140 Foundations of Social Work Practice II and Practicum; SWRK 6150 Introduction to Social Work Research.

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Application information

USD 60,272 a year (2026-27). Full-time MSW first academic year (fall and spring, 8 course units) for 2026-2027. Excludes General, Technology and Clinical fees. Advanced Standing students pay $75,340 for the academic year (10 course units). Source

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