Master of Social Work

No GRE Required

NO GRE REQUIRED

In Person or Online

IN-PERSON OR ONLINE

Flexible Schedule

FULL OR PART-TIME

Program Highlights

Our flexible program prepares you to become a social worker in a variety of settings through practical fieldwork. Advance your career—your way—in this rewarding field.
Six optional specialization certificates
Three advanced practice methods
Individual, family, and community experience
Advocacy, policy, and leadership skills
Earn a CASAC credential at no additional cost
World-class faculty and clinicians who know your name
The only school in the U.S. that offers specialization in Group Practice

18%

expected average growth through 2031

51K

related job postings for social workers in NYC metro area

60+

years of experience placing students within our wide network

Financial Aid and Scholarships for a Brighter Future

All applicants are considered for scholarships.

Contact Us

Sammi Melendez

Graduate Admissions Advisor | salmai.melendez@yu.edu | 646.592.4722
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Choose Your Degree Path

Flexibility

Flexibility

Study full-time or part-time: NYC on-campus, Live Virtual Classroom, and online options. Start in the fall, spring or summer. Students studying in Israel can take advantage of our unique program that enables your licensure in the U.S. and Israel.

Advanced Standing Option

Advanced Standing Option

Complete in as little as 1 year (30 credit hours) if you have a BSW from an accredited institution. 

Accreditation

Accreditation

Our MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. 

Choose your career path

Empower empathy and action – one clinical or community case at a time – with the experience you’ll gain at Wurzweiler.

Your future job title

  • Social Worker
  • Case Manager
  • Client Service Coordinator
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Mental Health Specialist
  • Case Planner
  • Residential Manager
Choose your degree path

Where Passion Meets Practice

Alumni Prove the Value of a Wurzweiler Degree

Our graduates secure careers with top organizations and land dream jobs. We’ll help you make the connections that match your drive.

Admission Dates and Deadlines

Sep 29

Priority Application Deadline

for Spring 2024

September 29

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Personalized

In our intimate classes, you are in constant dialogue with faculty, guest lecturers, and peers.

Diversity

Study and practice in one of the most diverse cities in the world — New York City.
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Tradition

Tradition

Graduate students at Yeshiva University come from almost every US state and more than 90 countries.

New York City's Destination for Turning Passion into Practice

A Wurzweiler degree puts you ahead of the competition — offering master’s programs in sectors that are defining the care economy.

All programs at Wurzweiler:

  • Social Work (MSW)
  • Social Welfare (PhD)
  • Clinical Doctorate of Social Work (DSW)

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