Social Work- MSW Advanced Standing

Welcome to the Barry University School of Social Work. We view our School, and Barry, as a family, and we are so proud to be a part of your journey. Informed by our Core Performance Standards, we will require advanced development of your skills in relationships, communication, critical thinking, and organization. We will challenge you to be your very best and support you all along the way.

The MSW Advanced Standing program is 32 credits and designed for those with a BSW from a Council on Social Work Education-accredited program conferred within the past five years.

Clinical in scope, our curriculum also provides MSW graduates with a foundation in policy practice, administrative leadership, and applied social research. In addition, our program is trauma-informed curriculum, exceptional faculty, visionary leadership team, and professional development opportunities. Our Center for Human Rights and Social Justice also provides a framework for social change.

In collaboration with Clinical Education staff and administrators, students are able to select from a wide range of practice settings (i.e. children and families, mental health, substance abuse/addictions, hospitals, veteran’s administration, skilled nursing facilities, criminal justice, schools) the appropriate agency match to complete requirements of their Clinical Education courses. 

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education.

Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.