Part-time Social Work Programs in FORT MYERS/Southwest Florida

THE FORT MYERS LOCATION IS AN EXTENSION OF SOUTH FLORIDA’S MOST ESTABLISHED SOCIAL WORK SCHOOL

  • The School of Social Work began offering classes in Fort Myers in Fall of 2011  
  • Classes are taught by outstanding Full-time and Adjunct Faculty along with faculty from the main Barry Campus

YOU RECEIVE THE MSW DEGREE QUICKER THAN ANYWHERE ELSE

  • Students can earn a MSW degree (60 credits) going to school part-time in just over two years
  • Students with a BSW from an accredited university within the past 5 years and a 3.0 GPA can earn a MSW degree (32 credits) going to school part-time in just over 1 year

SATURDAY CLASS SCHEDULE ACCOMMODATES WORKING PROFESSIONALS

  • Most students are currently employed full time in social service agencies while pursuing their degree

SMALL CLASS SIZE AND INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION

  • 60 credit Students start the program in the fall, and take all classes with the same group of people
  • 32 credit Advanced Standing students can start in the summer or fall

DIVERSE STUDENT POPULATION

  • Students come from many backgrounds and bring a rich diversity to the classroom

STUDENTS BRING EXTENSIVE SOCIAL WORK EXPERIENCE TO THE CLASSROOM

  • Many students have working experience in the social service field

CONNECTION TO THE COMMUNITY

  • Your degree will connect you with distinguished Barry University MSW graduates who are working in local agencies
  • An active Southwest Florida Alumni group offers a variety of activities throughout the year

DYNAMIC REGIONAL GROWTH OFFERS DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITIES

  • A growing Southwest Florida community brings a variety of field placement possibilities and job opportunities upon graduation

TUITION DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS EMPLOYED IN HUMAN SERVICES:

  • Students receive a discounted tuition rate for the entire matriculation