university of michigan phd in social work

University of Michigan Fully Funded Joint PhD in Social Work and Social Science

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The University of Michigan based in Ann Arbor, MI offers a fully funded Joint PhD in Social Work and Social Science. Students earn an interdisciplinary degree in Social Work and one of four social science fields. Joint PhD students reflect the populations they serve and address society’s challenging issues through scientifically rigorous social and behavioral research. The Joint Program in Social Work and Social Science provides all incoming doctoral students with a multi-year funding package. They combine fellowship awards, graduate student research assistant positions, and graduate student instructorships to offer most students five years of full funding, which includes tuition, and stipends.

• Deadline: Nov 18, 2024 (Estimated)*
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• Clinical Social Work Training

Video: Melissa Webster, LMSW, Director of the Clinical Social Work Post Graduate Fellowship Program and the 2023 Fellows talking about the program and answering questions during the 2024 Informational for recruitment for trainees on September 14, 2023.  

We are integrally involved in the teaching mission of the Department of Psychiatry providing teaching, supervision and collaborative team experience to Child Psychiatry Fellows and Post-Doctoral Psychology Interns.

Social Work Post Grad Training

The Social Work Post Graduate Program provides a 1 - 2 year post Masters graduate training with extensive clinical experience, supervision and educational opportunities in clinical social work while working towards full licensure.

For 2024 training year, we are anticipating 3-5 positions:

• 3-5 Fellowship positions in the Ambulatory Psychiatry Program:  
• 1 within Child/Adolescent Services
• 1-2 within Adult Services (including an Anxiety Program 2-year position)
• 1 within Addiction Treatment Services (Adolescent through Adult)
• 1 within Comprehensive Gender Services Program (pending approval)

Philosophy of Training

The Clinical Social Work Post Graduate Training Program is a leading program through which trainees attain strong clinical skills and obtain licensure. We are committed to providing cutting-edge clinical training, challenging work, and dynamic experiences at the interface of science and practice. Fellows have opportunities to work closely with faculty, staff, and trainees from a variety of disciplines in order to best facilitate both personal growth and professional development. 

Our postgraduate training program aims to prepare each Fellow to meet the challenges and embrace the exciting opportunities for the delivery of social work services and advancement of knowledge in our field.

Program Design

Fellowship Term: Our postgraduate training program is generally a two-year program.  Appointments are made initially for one year, with a second year re-appointment being at the discretion of the Department, Section, and Fellow of interest.  Appointments extend from January 1st to December 31st.

Time Commitment: Approximately 40 hours/week

Expectations of Fellows:

Develop a personal program of self-directed study and professional growth with guidance from the teaching staff

Teach and mentor other Fellows, interns, and students as assigned or required

Adhere to the established practices, procedures, and policies of the institution as well as published ethical and service standards of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Participate on one or more of the outpatient interdisciplinary teams for 6 months to 1 year intervals. Fellows select their team based on their clinical interest and our availability.

Obtain state licensure and adhere to state licensing laws and regulations

Conduct clinical diagnostic evaluations and provide evidence-based psychosocial treatments for clients in an outpatient setting (Palliative is inpatient).

Participate in additional training seminars and individualized educational experiences and research

Components of Core Curriculum:

Grand Rounds/Invited Lectures

Weekly attendance at Grand Rounds/Invited Lectures in the Department of Psychiatry is highly recommended.  These provide current, state-of-the-art presentations and discussions of research finding and clinical controversies in the field as a whole. Fellows have the option of presenting at Grand Rounds.

Didactics/Mentorship

Each postgraduate Fellow will participate in or more formal didactics or seminar series in their area of specialization.  This will be determined by the Fellow and his/her Clinical Supervisor. Some possibilities include the following:

CBT Mentorship for Anxiety

CBT Mentorship for Depression

Couples Mentorship

DBT Mentorship

IPT Mentorship

MI Mentorship

Group Psychotherapy (DBT, CBT, Social Skills, etc.)

Child Psychotherapy Training Clinics:

Parent Management Training

Trauma and Grief

Eligibility Requirements

Completion of a Masters of Social Work degree at an CSWE-accredited institution

US Citizenship required

Stipend/Benefits

For the 2023 Fellowship year, first year Fellows received $44,000, and second year Fellows received $48,000.

Medical benefits

20 days paid time off per year

• How to Apply
• For Fellowship in Adult, Addictions, Child/Adolescent, apply by 9/29/23

For More Information

For more details, contact  Melissa Webster, LMSW

2023 PGF Cohort

Chelsea Benedict

Chelsea Benedict received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Classical Civilizations with a concentration in Neuroscience and minor in Psychology from Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, Michigan. After graduating, she worked for 2 years as a clinical subjects’ coordinator for research studies of Drs. Kate Fitzgerald and Yanni Liu through the Child OCD & Anxiety Disorders Program. These studies investigated the behavioral and neurophysiological effects of treatments (e.g., executive control training activities, cognitive behavioral therapy) for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders. Chelsea completed her Master of Social Work degree at University of Michigan School of Social work, participating in the Integrated Health Scholar program and focusing on Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse. She completed her field placement at Genesee Health System, the Genesee County Community Mental Health agency. As a social work intern, she supported the delivery of trauma-informed therapy to youth aged 0-17 years in home, school, community, and office settings. As a Social Work Fellow, Chelsea will work as part of the General Team and she will participate in the CBT Psychotherapy Training Clinic and Child Parent Psychotherapy didactics. Chelsea’s clinical interests include CBT for anxiety and depression, ERP for obsessive-compulsive disorder, and trauma-informed care.

Alec Butterfield

Alec Butterfield is a second year Post Graduate Fellow in our Adult Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic, following completion of his MSW at University of Michigan in 2021. Prior, he completed his BA in Psychology from Earlham College (2012) and has been a Registered Yoga Teacher since 2015. Alec has taken part in several other educational & service opportunities such as Americorps, teaching yoga to incarcerated individuals, and serving as a mentor & case manager for disenfranchised adolescent males.

During his MSW, he interned at the University of Michigan Psychological Clinic, providing assessment and outpatient therapy to adults. During his internship, he helped facilitate groups for Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Social Anxiety, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. He was also able to gain skill in Acceptance and Commitment, Interpersonal and Motivational Interviewing. While completing his internship, he also participated in research via the Treatment, Innovation and Dissemination Research Group (TIDR) where he applied the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview.

We are excited to have his range of experience and curiosity, and willingness to jump in straight-away in co-facilitating a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills group. Alec’s team assignments include our Crisis Support Clinic and our PREP (Program for Risk Evaluation and Prevention related to Psychosis) teams. He is also taking on adult cases related to depression & anxiety, with an interest in bringing psychodynamic components into more structured psychotherapies.

Alec has a keen interest in houseplants, with over 30 in his home, with his current favorite being the cane begonia.

Brooke Gabriel

Brooke Gabriel completed her MSW from University of Michigan in December 2021 and had completed her BA in English Language and Literature with a Minor in Writing in May of 2015. In between her educational degrees, Brooke worked in several writing and editing roles before pivoting to nonprofit work at MHP Salud, an organization that provides Community Health Worker programs to underserved Latinx communities in the United States. While there, she helped coordinate and support Community Health Worker programs and advance public health initiatives for marginalized communities.

Brooke completed her MSW internship within the Department of Psychiatry, working primarily in the Perinatal Clinic. She also completed mentorships in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Psychosocial Impact of Illness.

As a Post Grad Fellow, Brooke has continued her work and training in the Perinatal Clinic and also hopes to expand into parent-dyad work. She looks forward to further expanding her therapy toolkit and hopes to someday provide in animal-assisted therapy.

In her pre-MSW life, Brooke co-wrote and produced a sketch comedy show at The Second City. It was called “Grimace and Bear It” and featured a few appearances from a person dressed as the McDonald's character, Grimace. The show sold out multiple times!

Ella Imes received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Peace & Global Studies and Spanish from Earlham College. After graduating she worked in Wilderness Therapy in North Georgia for a year with students ages 13-19. She went to the University of Michigan School of Social work for her MSW and graduated with two focuses in Global Social Work and Interpersonal Practice & Integrated Health. As a Global Activities Scholar Ella was able to do two internships. One at Escuela Avancemos in Southwest Detroit, where she did work as a school social worker, leading Social Emotional Learning one on one’s and groups, doing classroom-based interventions about race & racism and helping to lead school wide events. Ella’s second internship was at International Rescue Committee in Dallas Texas, here she was a mental health intern and did one on one sessions with new arrival refugees. Ella’s is particularly interested in trauma, DBT, migration related trauma/stress, spirituality, and somatic and holistic approaches to therapy. She hopes to explore more interventions and methods while a Fellow with us. She will be on the Children & Adolescents side working with the Anxiety team and doing the DBT and CBT workshops. She is so grateful to be a part of our team and is excited to meet everyone and get familiar with the space.

Lauren Morgan

Lauren Morgan received her Bachelor of General Studies with a concentration in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Michigan in 2021. She continued at the University of Michigan to receive her Master of Social Work degree with a focus in Interpersonal Practice and Policy and Political Social Work. Lauren completed her internship with Michigan Medicine on the Adult Ambulatory Psychiatry where she was supervised by David Maahs. During this training Lauren saw patients for individual psychotherapy. She also received training in evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and ER Social Work. She is excited to continue to learn and expand her clinical skills as an Adult Ambulatory Psychiatry Social Work Fellow. Lauren’s clinical interests include working with athletes, DBT, CBT for depression and anxiety, and taking a more attachment theory-based approach in psychotherapy.   

Bethany Navis

Bethany Navis joins us this year as a first year Post Graduate Fellow in Psychiatry, working in the Child and Adolescent Clinic. She completed her MSW at University of Michigan in December 2021, and previously completed her BS in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience at University of Michigan (2017). Her MSW internship was in our Psychiatry with children and adolescents, with a particular focus on CBT for anxiety and depression. During her internship she also had training & experience in several other evidenced based psychotherapies. She also sought additional education & training via the Medical Center of South Carolina (for TF-CBT) and Bounce Back Training (helping kids bounce back from trauma).

Prior to her internship, Bethany worked within Psychiatry as a Research Tech in the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program. During that time, she joined our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and has been the Lead of our Education Subcommittee.  In this role, she has organized and facilitated monthly Lunch and Learns, coordinated the DEI Grand Rounds, and helped facilitate Department unconscious bias and bystander intervention training.

As a Fellow, we are excited that she is continuing her role within DEI. Her clinical focus will start out with the CBT for Anxiety and Depression. As with all trainees, the caseload variety will be broad, and she will be getting some additional training & support in working with children on the autism spectrum, family focused therapy, and DBT.

Bethany describes herself as loving being outdoors. This past summer, she spent some time in Alaska where she was able to see a large variety of wildlife including moose, humpback whale, otters, and orcas chasing dolphins while exploring mountains and glaciers.

Jordyn Tovey

Jordyn Tovey graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Michigan University in 2020 with a major in Psychology and minor in Criminal Justice. There she worked as a resident assistant and coordinated with Western’s Autism Services Center to effectively create a more inclusive environment in the resident halls for neurodivergent students. Additionally, she worked as a research assistant in the psychology department behavioral neuroscience lab and child maltreatment lab. She continued this work after graduating before moving to the east side of the state to work as an administrative assistant to a local psychiatrist. Inspired by the clinical work and realizing she wanted to be more involved in-patient care, she applied to University of Michigan School of Social work in 2021 where she completed her MSW within the Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse pathway. Jordyn spent the past year working as an intern at The DBT Institute of Michigan in Mason, Michigan. There she studied the DBT framework to provide dialectical behavioral therapy as an individual therapist and skills group leader to both adults and adolescents. Jordyn‘s current clinical interests include cannabis dependency, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychological treatments that support living well with chronic illness, and neurodivergent affirming care.

Janelis Turner

Janelis Turner received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. During this time, she was part of multiple research labs including the Learning Lab and the Infant Cognition Lab at U of M. She was also involved in working/volunteering at preschools and high schools working with children in different capacities. She has always had an interest working with children and especially those from marginalized communities since her main goal in life is to help those from her own community and others that have gone through hardships especially within the mental health field. She recently obtained her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan in the Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse Pathway. She interned at Adventure Leadership which is a program under the department of Recreational Sports at UofM while also practicing under her supervisor's (Kallie England, LMSW) private practice. She focused her clinical work practicing Adventure and Eco-Therapy which she enjoyed very much. Janelis saw patients for individual psychotherapy while also being a Lead Facilitator in Adventure Leadership. As a facilitator, she gained skills that were transferable to the clinical work she practiced while also learning more about working outdoors and the relationship between nature and mental health. As a Social Work Fellow, Janelis is very excited to learn from her peers and involve herself as much as possible. She is passionate about all the mentorships that are available and is hoping to increase her clinical knowledge while practicing in a holistic approach. Janelis' clinical interest include ADHD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-informed care.

Kristen Zylka

Kristen Zylka received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Michigan State University. While attending undergraduate school she worked with the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities as well as being a research assistant and an undergraduate learning assistant. She also volunteered with Crisis Text Line, being trained in crisis management and suicide prevention. Kristen obtained her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, graduating in December of 2022. She was an intern with the Child and Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry clinic with Michigan Medicine, working mainly with clients experiencing symptoms of anxiety and OCD. As a Social Work Fellow, Kristen will be a part of the Perinatal-DBT group as well as focusing on CPP and DBT. Kristen has an interest in working with children and adolescents as well as working with a trauma-informed lens. She's thrilled to be remaining with Michigan Medicine and continuing her work with children and adolescents.  

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"My name is Carolina Brito.  I am a master of social work student.  I am a first generation college student.  I am an advocate for social justice.  And I am a Laker."  - Carolina Brito, Social Work Graduate Student

Mohammad (Didar) Hossain, Ph.D., MSW, MA (he/him/his)

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Experience: Didar has eight years of experience in teaching, research, and macro practice in social work and social studies. His research interests fall broadly in the areas of gerontology, productive aging, mental health, social and behavioral studies, health disparities, social determinants of health, drug overdose prevention, immigrants and refugee rights, criminal justice, social inequalities, policy analysis, human rights, international social work, climate change, mixed-method research, etc. Currently, he is an active member of several globally recognized professional entities such as the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the American Psychological Association (APA), the Hawaii Pacific Gerontological Association (HPGA), the Bangladesh Gerontological Association (BGA), the East-West Center Association (EWCA), etc. He received awards for his engagements in teaching, research, practice, and passion for social work and gerontology.

Education: 2024: PhD- Productive Aging and Psychological Well-being, Thompson School of Social Work and Public Health, University of Hawaii. 2014: MA in Gerontology and Geriatric Welfare, University of Dhaka. 2013: MSW- Social Service-Micro-Financing, University of Dhaka. 2012: BSW, University of Dhaka.

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University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice

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Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis

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• · Rating 3.59 out of 5   17 reviews

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Social Sciences Division - University of Chicago

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• · Rating 3.75 out of 5   4 reviews

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Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work

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• · Rating 4.56 out of 5   25 reviews

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University of Michigan School of Social Work

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• · Rating 4.17 out of 5   12 reviews

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Luskin School of Public Affairs

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• · Rating 3.33 out of 5   3 reviews

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3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.

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UC Berkeley School of Social Welfare

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• · Rating 4 out of 5   2 reviews

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School of Social Work - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Silver School of Social Work

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• · Rating 4.36 out of 5   11 reviews

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Featured Review: Master's Student says the program is decently well rounded, but sometimes lacks focus on social justice issues. conversations that we should be having are often not had, and it is disappointing .

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Boston College School of Social Work

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Steve Hicks School of Social Work

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School of Social Work - Boston University

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• · Rating 4.23 out of 5   22 reviews

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Smith College

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School of Social Work - UW-Madison

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Featured Review: Master's Student says I got accepted to the accelerated Master of Social Work program. The accelerated program allows you to complete the program in one year. I start this fall and am excited to get started! .

University of Illinois School of Social Work

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• · Rating 4 out of 5   3 reviews

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3 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

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University of Georgia School of Social Work

• Athens, GA ·
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• · Rating 4.11 out of 5   9 reviews

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9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says My experience so far is excellent! my academic advisor is very helpful and let's us know beforehand what the requirements are. I'm very thankful to be in this program. .

Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research

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• · Rating 4.8 out of 5   5 reviews

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5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The best part of my experience so far has been the atmosphere. Everyone is extremely welcoming and always asks how I am doing. I have yet to have a bad experience with any of my professors and fellow... .

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BYU College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

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The Ohio State University College of Social Work

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University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work

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Master of Social Work

Do you enjoy helping people improve their lives and solve stressful problems? Do you want a job where you can make a difference every day? If so, a career as a social worker may be right for you.

Social workers help communities in need by helping vulnerable people overcome complicated health, financial, psychological, and social issues. They work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, hospitals, nursing homes, and schools.

Some social workers start working in the field immediately after graduating from college with a bachelor of social work (BSW) or a related degree. However, a master's in social work (MSW) can boost your income and open up new career opportunities.

What Is a Master of Social Work?

A master of social work is an advanced degree that prepares students for administrative and clinical practice jobs in social work. You can expect to develop strong research skills, gain clinical experience, and learn advanced social work theories.

Generally, graduate students who pursue an MSW should expect the program to take two years — or four semesters — of coursework. However, some schools offer an accelerated one-year program for incoming students who already hold a BSW.

If you have a bachelor’s degree in a different field, such as English or psychology, you're still eligible for two-year MSW programs. The degree will provide you with a strong foundation in social work as well as more advanced knowledge.

Selecting a Specialization

Hundreds of colleges and universities offer graduate programs in social work. Many MSW programs allow students to specialize in particular areas of social work, depending on factors like available electives and faculty expertise.

Specialties include child and family social work, clinical social work, criminal justice social work, domestic abuse and trauma, geriatric social work, and substance abuse counseling. If you’re interested in working with particular groups or in specific settings, search for programs that align with your personal career goals.

Not sure what you want to specialize in yet? In advanced generalist MSW programs, you can gain a variety of skills that will allow you to succeed in any social work job.

Challenges in Master of Social Work Programs

Graduate degrees are more difficult and time-consuming than undergraduate programs. No matter the degree and school you choose, you can expect to spend long hours learning advanced theories, studying, and writing research papers. However, an MSW can pose unique emotional and mental challenges.

For instance, as an MSW student, you may:

• Encounter disturbing or upsetting course materials
• Experience burnout
• Work with people facing extreme difficulties, like homelessness and substance abuse

Despite these obstacles, an MSW can lead to a meaningful career that gives you a chance to make a tangible difference in your community.

Applying to Graduate Programs in Social Work

If you’ve decided to pursue an MSW, the next step is to apply to graduate schools . Although each program has individual application requirements, you can expect to submit materials such as:

• An application fee
• Letters of recommendation
• A personal statement
• Undergraduate transcripts

By pursuing a master's in social work, you'll be well on your way to developing advanced social work knowledge and launching a career that will have a positive impact.

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Since the late 1940's, the Ph.D. Program in Social Psychology at the University of Michigan has consistently been ranked among the top programs in the world, and many of the leading contributors to the field graduated from Michigan. We strive to continue this tradition through cutting-edge research training that prepares students for a research career in academic or non-academic settings. Several features distinguish the Michigan program from many others:

With 18 core faculty in social psychology and more than 10 emeriti and affiliated faculty, the social psychology program spans a large and diverse range of research topics and methodologies.

An average of 30 graduate students, at different stages of their graduate careers, provides an equally rich and stimulating peer environment, while maintaining a student to core faculty ratio of less than 2:1.

The social psychology program is located in one of the top-ranked psychology departments. We encourage students to work with faculty across area boundaries and the flexible program requirements allow them to do so.

The University of Michigan is widely considered the leading center for social and behavioral science research in the world and its top-ranked departments and research centers provide an unusually rich interdisciplinary intellectual environment for social psychologists. We encourage students to take full advantage of these opportunities.

Building on this interdisciplinary strength, Michigan offers several interdisciplinary training programs in which social psychology students can participate. These include, among others, a Culture & Cognition Program in collaboration with the Department of Anthropology , a Decision Program that cuts across many departments and professional schools, an Evolution and Human Adaptation Program , a program in Organization Studies , a program in Social Work and Psychology , and a program in Women's & Gender Studies and Psychology .

In addition, students have the opportunity to work with researchers at Michigan's numerous research centers, including the Institute for Social Research and its units, the Research Center for Group Dynamics, Survey Research Center, Center for Political Studies, and Population Studies Center; the Center for Human Growth and Development; the International Institute; the Institute for Policy Studies; the Mental Health Research Center; and many others [see research centers page].

Many research centers offer their own training opportunities, which enrich the departmental offerings. These opportunities include summer schools in survey research techniques , statistical analyses, and new developments in psychological methodology .

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The social psychology program at the University of Michigan is arguably one of the strongest, if not the very strongest, in the country, if not in the world. It has occupied this preeminent position for a very long time, and can be expected to maintain that stature going into the future. Any historical chronology of the great events of social psychology is destined to read like a chronicle of events at Michigan; any 'who’s who in social psychology' is bound to read like a listing of Michigan faculty and Michigan Ph.D.’s. -- From an outside review committee, appointed by the Dean of the College of Literature, Science and the Arts, 1998

The strength of the social psychology program at Michigan is, in many respects, strength through diversity. Historically, and today as well, the social psychology program has been a welcome home to many and diverse theoretical perspectives, substantive concerns, and methodological orientations. It has been, and continues to be, a program that operates at multiple levels of analysis, from the cognitive through the interpersonal through the group to the cultural levels of functioning, with research programs at each of these levels as well as ones that span and integrate these levels of analysis. -- From an outside review committee, appointed by the Dean of the College of Literature, Science and the Arts, 1998 .

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Master of Social Work

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The University of Michigan School of Social Work offers a full-time and part-time online Master of Social Work degree program. The online MSW allows balance for studies, work, family and other commitments. The online curricular pathway is Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse which prepares you to become a licensed clinical social worker. Beginning Fall 2024, the online curricular pathway Welfare of Children & Families, which prepares you to support children, adolescents, and adults, is available as well.

The online degree is a 45 credit part-time program saving you time and money

We provide field placements near your community (in the U.S.)

You can balance a career and an MSW degree with this part-time program 96% of U-M MSW graduates looking for jobs are employed

Connect with faculty and academic advisors in the #1 ranked School of Social Work

You will have an opportunity to visit Ann Arbor, complete a social work course, and meet your cohort

Skills You'll Gain

Social justice frameworks

Role of social work in inter-personal practice

Qualitative research methods

Quantitative research methods

Community organization

Interpersonal, organizational, and community level practice methods

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics

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Tuition and fees.

Tuition and student budget information varies based on start term, as well as the number of courses taken per term. To view tuition and budget information visit the School of Social Work MSW Tuition and Student Budget page.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about this degree on the hosting school website.

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Help Individuals and Your Community Flourish

The University of Michigan-Flint’s (UM-Flint) online Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers a flexible learning environment where you can cultivate your passion for helping people in your community and enact positive change.

Specially designed with working professionals in mind, our MSW program coursework utilizes a 100% online format , offering a combination of asynchronous and synchronous courses. Our program also delivers community-based learning and extensive internship opportunities to develop your practical expertise. With full-time and part-time options available for regular standing and advanced standing status , our MSW program offers flexible options to fit your busy life.

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Why Earn Your MSW Degree at UM-Flint?

100% online coursework with in-person internship.

At UM-Flint, we understand that flexibility is essential to helping you reach your goals. Our MSW program provides flexible online coursework to build a solid theoretical foundation and immersive in-person internship experiences to refine your skills as a social work practitioner. 

Our MSW program offers an online learning format (synchronous and asynchronous classes). You can complete your asynchronous courses on your own time and attend our synchronous courses via Zoom in the evenings, allowing you to earn your degree without pausing your career.

Along with the online coursework, you complete an in-person internship at a social service agency in your area of residence. Your internship will connect coursework with real-world learning experiences in a professional social work setting.

Optional in-person, on-campus touchpoints will provide opportunities to engage in meaningful interactions with faculty and peers.

Earn your MSW on Your Schedule: Part-Time, Full-Time, and Advanced Standing Options

Our online MSW program accommodates your busy life by providing numerous enrollment options, including part-time and full-time for regular-standing (non-BSW, or BSW earned more than eight years ago) and advanced-standing students (BSW earned within the last eight years with 3.0 GPA or higher).

Beginning in fall 2024, UM-Flint will offer a part-time* regular-standing program for students with bachelor’s degrees in a field other than social work. The full-time*, regular-standing MSW option begins in fall 2025.

In fall 2025, UM-Flint will launch a part-time advanced-standing MSW program . In fall 2026, enrollment for a full-time advanced-standing MSW program will begin. 

If you have earned a bachelor’s in social work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited institution within the last eight years with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, you are eligible for the advanced standing MSW.

*-The number of credit hours used to determine full- and part-time status as defined by the University of Michigan-Flint policy may differ from the MSW program.

Emphasis on Community-Based Learning

Your work as a social worker revolves around people. UM-Flint’s MSW program strives to inspire your work and your dedication to the profession through community-based learning. Our curriculum delivers a well-rounded graduate education that empowers you to engage with communities outside the classroom, participate in interprofessional learning opportunities, and increase self-awareness to become reflective change agents within evolving societal environments. 

During your community internship, you will develop and refine social work skills in supervised advanced practice settings while fostering meaningful relationships with peers, veteran practitioners, and community members.

Online Master of Social Work Curriculum

The UM-Flint MSW program curriculum consists of a minimum of 60 graduate credits. The program begins with 27 credits of foundational coursework that combine interdisciplinary theory, research, policy, and generalist social work practice methods.

After establishing the foundational coursework for generalist practice, you dive into the program’s specialized curriculum. These 30 credits of coursework focus on mental health and behavioral health practice and equip you with advanced social work theory, research, and policy and mental and behavioral health treatment and intervention strategies.

You also have the option to further specialize your MSW by pursuing a focus area in Social Work in Health Care Settings, which prepares you to provide holistic, psychosocial support to patients and clients in various healthcare settings, including hospitals and mental health clinics. Review the complete online MSW program curriculum .

If you’re interested in obtaining a social work license at the BSW or MSW level, we encourage you to confirm your eligibility to satisfy all educational requirements with the State Social Work Board in the specific state or U.S. district/territory where you wish to become licensed. You can find more information at UM-Flint BSW & MSW Licensure Statement .

Accreditation

As a new program, the UM-Flint MSW program is working to achieve pre-candidacy for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) . Candidacy is a three-year process. We expect to complete the accreditation process in 2027. Assuming all steps in the process are successful, students admitted from fall 2024 will be retroactively recognized as having graduated from a CSWE-accredited program once we attain Initial Accreditation in 2027.

Academic Advising

Do you need guidance on achieving a Master of Social Work degree? UM-Flint’s expert academic advisors want to help you succeed! Whether you want insight on developing your degree plan or academic support, our advisors have the knowledge and resources to share. For more information about enrolling in the MSW program at UM-Flint, email [email protected] .

Career Outlook for Social Workers

With an increased focus on the importance of mental and behavioral health, the demand for master’s level social workers with expertise in mental health practice also grows. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that social workers’ employment will increase by 7% in the next decade—more than double the national average. This means that almost 64,000 social worker positions may open each year, indicating a healthy job market for social workers. Similarly, the BLS anticipates a rising need for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health therapists , calculating an 18% growth rate.

Admission Requirements (No GRE)

When applying to UM-Flint’s online Master of Social Work program, you must meet the following criteria to qualify for admission:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution .
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (students with GPAs below 3.0 but higher than 2.7 may be considered if a Statement of Petition with supplemental information is submitted).
• Demonstrate desire and dedication to the social work profession and commitment to upholding the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics .

State Authorization for Online Students

In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to comply with the distance education laws of each state. If you are an out-of-state student intending to enroll in this program, please visit the State Authorization page to verify the status of UM-Flint with your state.

Applying to the MSW Program at UM-Flint

At UM-Flint, we aim to keep our application process streamlined but comprehensive, ensuring you can excel in the program. When applying, please submit the materials listed below:

• Online application for graduate admission .
• $55 application fee (non-refundable).
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full transcript policy for more information .
• For any degree completed at a non-US institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read the following for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review .
• If English is not your native language, and you are not from an exempt country , you must demonstrate English proficiency .
• Discuss a social problem that is important to you and motivates your decision to pursue an MSW degree.
• Discuss your commitment to the values and ethics of the social work profession. ( Please review the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics here .)
• Discuss how your identities and experiences have contributed to your understanding of social justice.
• What personal, professional, and academic experiences have prepared you to be successful in an MSW program?
• Describe why you are pursuing an MSW at this time and why the UM-Flint MSW program is a good match for you.
• A current résumé.
• One academic reference from an instructor or faculty advisor and one professional reference from an employer or an internship/volunteer supervisor are preferred. Two academic references from instructors are acceptable. Applicants who received an undergraduate degree more than seven years ago may provide two professional references that speak to their potential for success in graduate studies in social work.
• Undergraduate GPA below 3.0 but higher than 2.7;
• Low or failing grades (for example, D, F, U);
• Been on academic probation;
• Dismissed from or denied readmission to any college

Please email all additional application materials to [email protected] or deliver them to the Office of Graduate Programs , located at 251 Thompson Library.

Coursework for this program is entirely online. Admitted students will not be able to obtain a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. Other non-immigrant visa holders currently in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at [email protected] .

Application Deadlines

• Fall (early deadline) – May 1
• Fall (final deadline) – July 8 

All MSW students begin their graduate studies in the fall semester.

*You must have a complete application by May 1 to guarantee application eligibility for scholarships, grants, and research assistantships .

Estimated Tuition and Cost

Embark on your graduate education without financial stress. At UM-Flint, we ensure you receive competitive tuition rates and helpful financial aid resources to support you as you finance your Master of Social Work.  

Explore UM-Flint’s tuition and financial aid resources to start planning for your graduate degree .

Make a Lasting, Communitywide Impact as a Social Worker

Earn your Master of Social Work online from the University of Michigan-Flint and embark on your journey to make a positive impact in your community. Our program’s community-based approach, specialized curriculum focused on mental health and behavioral health practice, and emphasis on practical application equips you with a diverse skill set, enabling you to become a proficient and compassionate social worker. Ready to begin your journey toward a UM-Flint MSW degree? Take the first step toward your future by starting your UM-Flint application today ! Or, if you still have questions, request information to learn more.

School of Social Work

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In the Western Michigan University ( WMU ), College of Health and Human Services, School of Social Work, Masters of Social Work ( MSW ) Program, we value scientific inquiry, service, integrity, ethics, competence and the power of justice to educate and co-create a diverse, equitable, and accessible Program focused on human rights and enhanced quality of life for persons and communities, locally and globally.   

  Our vision: 

The Western Michigan University School of Social Work,  MSW  Program, is a learner-centered school that develops social work leaders to  impact  social, economic, environmental, and racial justice through excellence in research and practice.   

  Our values: 

JUSTICE:  J ustice  U sing  S ustainable  T ransformative and  I nnovative practice through  C ollaboration and  E quity 

  Master of Social Work Program Goals   

The program mission and vision are supported by its pursuit of the following  MSW  program goals :   

• To provide a professional education that prepares advanced practitioners to enhance, advocate, and support social, economic, and environmental justice and personal well-being for all people. 
• To prepare advanced practitioners who demonstrate the knowledge, skills, values, cognitive and affective processes necessary to work effectively with diverse, vulnerable, and marginalized populations.  
• To prepare advanced practitioners who possess the needed knowledge, embrace social work values, and have the requisite skills needed to formulate and realize a vision of a just society.  
• To prepare ethical, reflective, and competent advanced practitioners in Clinical Social Work to work with individuals, families, and groups; and in Policy, Planning, and Administration to work with organizations, communities, and institutions within a global and changing environment.   
• To prepare advanced practitioners  to effectively engage , assess, and intervene with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and institutions by utilizing evidence-based knowledge and theories and guided by trauma informed, culturally responsive, and anti-racist models of practice. 
• To prepare advanced practitioners with the knowledge, skills, values, cognitive and affective processes necessary to engage in practice informed research and research informed practice, and the ability to evaluate social work practice at micro, mezzo, and macro system levels.  
• To prepare advanced practitioners who  are grounded  in a cultural-bio-psycho-social-spiritual framework, understand the historical roots of the social work profession, and can analyze, develop, and utilize social policy to advance justice.  

MSW  Program Options:  

Standard Master of Social Work (60 Credits):   

The graduate professional program in social work at Western Michigan University prepares you for  direct-service  and leadership positions in the field of social welfare. It begins with a twenty-four-hour foundation curriculum, including classes on human behavior, social policy, culture/ethnicity, research and social work practice and introduces different approaches to problem solving. This foundation will prepare you for entry into one of two concentrations:  Clinical  practice or  policy, planning and administration .  Field education  provides opportunities for practical experience under supervision by a seasoned social work professional in a human service setting. Standard  MSW  students will complete one 400-hour internship over two  semesters,  and one 500-hour concentration internship over two semesters. The School of Social Work admits for this program once a year, with classes starting each fall semester. Both a full-time ( 2 year , 12-15 credits per semester) and a part-time/extended study (3 year, 6 credits per semester year-round) are available.   

Advanced Standing Master of Social Work (39 Credits):   

Students who have obtained a  Bachelor’s of Social Work degree from a Council on Social Work Education accredited school within the last six years and have a minimum GPA of 3.25  (calculated using the most recent 60 credits) are eligible to apply for the Advanced Standing program. This 39-credit program builds on the  BSW  foundation courses, allowing students to complete their  MSW  in a shorter  period of time  than those without a  BSW . Advanced Standing students will complete one 500-hour internship over two semesters. The School of Social Work admits for this program once a year, with classes starting each Summer 2 semester (July). Both a full-time (10 month, 12-15 credits per semester) and a part-time (2 years, 6 credit per semester) schedule are available. 

Concentrations:  

The School of Social Work offers two concentrations. 

Policy, Planning, and Administration  

This concentration prepares students for leadership in government, nonprofit, and community organizations. The  PP&A  Concentration seeks to empower practitioners to facilitate changes in the structures and processes of organizations, communities, and society to contribute to (a) a just distribution of resources and opportunities, (b) the ability of officials and the citizenry to understand and respond appropriately to systemic oppression, and (c) the empowerment of vulnerable, marginalized people. 

Clinical Social Work  

This concentration prepares students for advanced clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups within diverse community contexts.  Clinical practice emphasizes transactions between people and environments, preparing students to develop practice knowledge, skills,  values , cognitive and affective processes in the following areas: (a) the promotion and enhancement of psychological, social, and biological well-being; (b) the amelioration of psychological, social, and biological dysfunction; and (c) the integration of theory, evidence-based practice and research knowledge. 

Specializations:  

Built into your  MSW  program are nine elective credit hours. Students may choose to apply these elective credits to any graduate-level course relevant to their degree or apply them towards a specialization. Most specializations fit within the  9  credit hours of electives and do not extend time to graduation (with  SPADA  being the exception).  All specialization options are available to Clinical Practice students. Only Gerontology and Holistic Health are available to Policy, Planning and Administration students, due to the nature of the required internships for the other specializations. Click on the hyperlinks below to learn more. 

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Trauma Specialization  

Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( TF -CBT)

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Special Programs in Alcohol and Drug Abuse ( SPADA )  

Gerontology  

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Field education is a significant, impactful and engaging part of social work education.  It is where students practice the knowledge, skills, and values of the social work program, and learn to be a professional social worker in practice. This intensive focus on field education is unique in social work education, and is what makes it our signature pedagogy. Please note that most internships require daytime availability.  For additional information about field  education   see the Field Manual .

Choosing a Concentration  

Advanced standing students must select a concentration prior to enrolling in coursework. Full-time and Extended study students are encouraged to meet with their advisor during the fall semester of their first year and discuss the differences between the Clinical Concentration and Policy, Planning and Administration Concentration. If uncertain about how to make this choice, talking with other faculty members and practicing social workers may help. Students must choose a concentration by the end of their first semester in the program. This  is formalized  by completing the  Concentration Declaration Form ,  having it signed by the advisor and submitting it to the Manager of Recruitment and Outreach. 

Permanent Program Plan of Study  

All  MSW  students must complete a permanent program plan of study. Program plan forms are on the student documents page:  http://www.wmich.edu/socialwork/forms . Full-time and Extended-study programs require completion of 60 credits of approved course work. The advanced-standing program requires completion of 39 credits of approved course work. Course scheduling follows a rigid sequence of required courses. However, students have flexibility in planning the nine elective credits. 

Before filling out a program plan, students need to schedule an appointment with their advisor to review interests and career goals. Advisors assist students with decisions that will further their career goals by discussing things like electives. Once decisions  have been made , students must complete the permanent program plan of study, which includes the advisor’s signature. 

Exceptions to the stipulated program plan  must be approved by an advisor, in writing, and placed in the student’s file . Requests for  transfer of credit(s)   must be approved by the advisor, and then forwarded to the chair of the curriculum committee for further action if necessary . 

It is the student’s responsibility to accurately complete the program plan o study, have it signed by an advisor, and submitted with the graduation application and fee to the Registrar’s Office. Once reviewed by the graduation auditor, the student will be informed that all degree requirements have been met, or if something else needs to be done. It is imperative that the  permanent program plan of study   and the graduation application  be submitted  no later than the due date for the semester in which you expect to graduate, otherwise graduation will be delayed. 

Completing a Permanent Program Plan of Study   

Fall Semester: 

All  first-year full-time and extended-study students  must meet with their advisor to discuss options for program electives and to complete a draft of the permanent program plan of study. By the end of the fall semester, students must submit their completed and signed program plan of study to their advisor for inclusion in their student file. 

Changes in the Permanent Program Plan of Study  

A student may not make changes in their schedule of courses without the knowledge, advice and guidance of their advisor in order to understand the ramifications of such changes. If changes are made the advisor will complete a change of program form that will accompany the student’s program plan when it is sent to the Registrar’s Office. If this form is not correctly submitted  the graduation auditor will inform the student that they cannot graduate without taking the courses documented in the permanent program plan of study. Changes to the permanent program plan  should be sent  to the Registrar's Office no later than the time the graduation application is submitted. 

School of Social Work Academic Regulations and Requirements  

In addition to the several policy statements included below, as a  WMU  student you are responsible for understanding and abiding by the  student code of conduct , and the general academic policies found on the  Registrar’s Office  website.  

Repeat policy for graduate students  

The university curriculum review policy states that no more than two courses may be  retaken,  and no course may be repeated more than once during the student’s graduate career at  WMU  except for courses that are stipulated as repeatable for credit (e.g., variable topics courses). Individual departments have the ability to limit this further. The school of social work limits the number of repeatable courses to one (instead of two). 

Permission to retake a course  must be obtained  from the student’s advisor and the  MSW  program director before registration can occur for the course to be repeated. The original grade for the course will remain on the student’s transcript, and both the original a nd repeated course grades  are computed  into the student’s grade point average. 

Requesting a Change of Course Scheduling  

Graduate students must follow the course schedule for their program and make no changes without consulting their advisor. If changes  are needed  (e.g., to move between full-time and extended study; change campuses; change course order; etc.): 

• The student must submit a written program change request to their advisor with a rationale for the change. The student must provide the advisor with a revised, accurate and completed program plan of study, 
• The advisor meets with the student to review the request and ensure that the student is aware of the consequences, if there are any. If the change does not violate any pre- or co-requisite requirements the advisor may approve the change. If the change requires approval due to pre- or co-requisite requirements, then: 
• The request and the program plan are forwarded to the curriculum committee chair for review and a decision, 
• The curriculum committee chair reviews the materials and approves or denies the requested changes, or consults with the curriculum committee as a whole, 
• The curriculum committee chair sends the final decision to the student, the advisor, and the manager of recruitment and outreach, 
• The student is responsible for sending the approved program change to the Office of the Registrar in a timely fashion. 

If this procedure  is not followed , the student may be at risk of delaying graduation and/or creating the need for a Professional Review Committee ( PRC ) hearing. 

Independent Study : 

Individualized study in social welfare or other social work-related topics  may be pursued  as an independent study. Credits for independent studies range between one and four credits. A full-time faculty member must agree to mentor a student interested in an independent project and facilitate the proposal through the  curriculum committee review process . The  SWRK5980  form   must be completed , signed by the student and faculty member, and the chair of the curriculum committee. The school director must also approve the request  prior to course registration . The graduate college will approve a maximum of four credits for an independent study course. 

Work and Life Experience Policy:  

In conformance with the requirements of the Council on Social Work Education, the School of Social Work cannot grant social work course credit or field hours for life experience or previous work experience. 

Program Orientation  

Program orientation is mandatory. Orientation  is intended  to acquaint students with faculty, resources and program expectations. Orientation events  are held  in advance of students beginning their course of study on all campuses where social work programming is offered. Anyone unable to attend the orientation event must contact the campus program coordinator. 

Transfer of Credits : 

Transfer of credits refers to a process in which graduate course credits earned in another department at  WMU , or at another accredited institution of higher education,  are transferred  into a student's  WMU  School of Social Work academic record. 

The Graduate College at Western Michigan University requires students to have achieved at least a grade of "B" (3.0 on 4.0 scale) in each course requested for transfer AND have earned a minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 in order for the credits to  be approved . The complete Graduate College transfer policy  can be found   here . 

If the course  was not taken  at  WMU , an official transcript must be sent to the Graduate College Admissions office at:  graduate-transcripts@wmich.edu   or Western Michigan University, Office of Admissions, 1903 W Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5211 USA. 

Students with graduate credits from another  CSWE  accredited school of social work  may transfer up to  thirty (30)  credits if courses were completed within six years of the student's expected graduation from  WMU . Transfer of credits  may be applied  to Foundation, Concentration, and elective course requirements. Students who transfer from an accredited school of social work must complete at least 30 credits in required courses in the  MSW  Program at  WMU . 

Students with non-social work graduate course credits  from an accredited graduate program may transfer up to twelve (12) credits if earned within six years of the student's   expected graduation from  WMU . In most cases, such credits  are used  as electives. Credits that would be more than six years old by completion of the program will not qualify.  

Students seeking transfer of credits to satisfy  MSW   elective  requirements must meet   with their advisor to discuss possible credit transfer and its impact on the student’s program plan of study. 

Students seeking transfer of credits to replace  MSW  core course requirements must submit a Request for Departmental Credit Approval form. This form is available  here . The Request for Departmental Credit Approval form  is reviewed  to determine if a course has been pre-approved by the faculty curriculum committee, or if it needs to be submitted for review. The form  is returned  to the student with a decision, which is final. A copy of the form  is kept  in the student's file. Approved transfer credits do not appear on the transcript until graduation. Once informed of the decision(s), the student must confer with their advisor to develop a plan of study to meet the remaining requirements. 

Additionally, transfer credits  can only be added  to the transcript by  the registrar's office. Graduate students will need to complete the  graduate transfer evaluation and substitution form  in addition to the departmental form noted above.  

If a student fails (i.e., DC, D, E, X, or NC) a required  MSW  course, they are required to   retake  that same course at the Western Michigan University School of Social Work. The student cannot use or transfer an equivalent course from another program or university. 

Registration for Newly Admitted Graduate Students : 

Incoming students  are provided  a complete program plan outline during orientation. Online copies of program plans  can be found  here:  www.wmich.edu/socialwork/forms . Course offerings  can be found  here:  https://wmich.edu/classlookup/.  

WMU  Policy: Credit Hour Requirements for “Full-time” and “Part-time” Status : 

For all graduate students taking courses for a stated degree or certificate program, six credits constitutes full-time status, and three credits constitutes half-time status in Fall and Spring semesters. In the Summer I and Summer II sessions, three credits in either session constitutes full-time status for that specific session; two credits constitute half-time status. Students must be aware  that FICA regulations , and some federal loan deferment regulations, require at least half-time status. At  WMU , this is at least three credits of enrollment. Please note that the extended study program plans meet the  WMU  definition of full-time status, if followed as advised. 

Because the number of enrolled credits determines fees (not full- or part-time status) students   who enroll in four or fewer credits  are charged  a smaller enrollment fee than those who enroll for five or more credits. Students enrolled in four or fewer credits are required to pay an additional fee if they want unlimited use of the recreation center; otherwise, their visits are limited to a maximum of 10. 

Registering for  courses which  are full:  

The School Director and the  MSW  Program Director are the only people who can approve a temporary increase in the number of students enrolled in a course section. No section will be over-enrolled as long as another section of the same course has seats available, nor  will the capacity of a course be increased  by more than 20% of the stated course cap without the consent of the instructor. Student requests for registration in a course that is at its capacity  should be directed  to the  MSW  Program Director in writing along with proper justification. (Clarification  should be added  here about students being guaranteed a place in core courses. Sometimes there are not enough sections on the schedule and students just assume they cannot take a course on their program plan before sections are full. It  should  be clear  what students need  to do.)  

Financial Aid Resources at the School of Social Work :  

Graduate Assistantships 

The School of Social Work employs graduate assistants to facilitate its program objectives and the professional or teaching objectives of its faculty members. Students receiving graduate assistantships  are expected  to enroll in a specified number of credit hours and devote 20 hours (full-time) or 10 hours (part-time) to working in a university department.  Students may apply for any graduate  assistantships they are qualified for, including those outside the School of Social Work. University-wide job postings are available here:  https://wmich.edu/career.  

The number of assistants hired in the School of Social Work varies by year based on available funding and department or faculty projects. Students with evidence of professional academic interest and ability for meeting specific programmatic needs receive priority consideration for appointments as graduate assistants. Scholastic merit and/or financial need can be considered but are secondary to school and faculty priorities. For more information about social work assistantship opportunities, please contact the  School of Social Work (369-387-3180) . 

Veterans Administration Traineeship 

The Veterans Administration Traineeship is available to concentration year students only. Traineeship awards  are based  on the applicant’s potential for professional work in a clinical setting. Priority  is given  to those interested in employment at the V.A. following completion of training. Apply to the Veterans Administration Hospital after consultation with the director of field education in the School of Social Work. The Veterans Administration and the School jointly select the V.A. Trainee. 

Student Loans 

While the federal government does not offer grants to graduate-level students, federal loans are available through the  FAFSA  process. More information is available from the  Office of Student  Financial  Aid   ,   ( 269) 387-6000 and online. 

Graduate Program Advising: 

Advising is an important aspect of the educational experience. The goals of advising are to assist with matriculation, adhere to university policy, and facilitate social work students as they negotiate the educational process. 

Advising is a collective enterprise that requires active participation and frequent communication on the part of every member of the school’s community. Students  are assigned  to advisors after they have been admitted to the school. The first advising meeting is crucial as it explains program requirements and curricular matters such as transfer of credit(s), field instruction, and professional issues. For continuity, students have the same advisor for the entirety of their programs. 

Advisors are available during office hours and by appointment. Some faculty members do not work during the summer sessions. If your advisor is not under contract during the summer and you are in need of assistance, please contact the  MSW  Program Director or the Manager of Recruitment and Outreach to connect with another advisor during the summer sessions. 

Advisors familiarize themselves with the special circumstances and individual concerns of each advisee. Students are strongly encouraged to inform their advisor whenever they are experiencing difficulties either academically or with their field placement. The advisor may learn of difficulties from the student, involved faculty, and/or the school administration. It is the responsibility of the advisor and the student to communicate whenever there is a difficulty. If necessary, the student and advisor will participate in the Professional Review Committee process. More information about the  Professional Review Committee process  is in the  common student handbook . 

Advising: Student Responsibilities  

The student is responsible  for : 

• Being knowledgeable about all degree requirements as specified in the  Graduate Catalog .  Students must use the Graduate Catalog that is in effect at the time of their initial enrollment. 
• Completion of all evaluative instruments associated with the advising process. 
• Managing their academic program as designed with the assistance of the advisor. This includes enrolling in courses in the sequence specified in the program plan using the university registration process (doing this during advance registration is strongly encouraged). 
• Discussing with their advisor any changes that would affect the student's planned academic program. 
• Making appointments for advising. 
• Participating in the development of the Program Plan of Study. 
• Requesting a Transfer of Credit in a timely fashion if needed. 
• Obtaining the necessary transcripts when requesting transfer of credits. 
• Requesting a change of program when changes  are needed . 
• Requesting any exceptions to degree requirements. 
• Applying for graduation by the deadline. 
• Keeping the Manager of Recruitment and Outreach informed of changes of residence and/or employment after graduation. 

Advising: Advisor Responsibilities 

• The advisor is responsible for: 
• Being knowledgeable about degree requirements. 
• Assisting the student in developing their official program plan of study. 
• Submitting the appropriate forms to the appropriate office(s) (e.g. the transfer of credit form, program plan, change of program form, etc.). 
• Assisting with submitting requests for exceptions to degree requirements to the Curriculum Committee and/or the Graduate College. 
• Approving the student's official program plan of study. 
• Counseling a student who wishes to withdraw from the school and recording this information in the student's file. 

Students may request a change of advisor by contacting the  MSW  program director. The program director will make an honest effort to honor requests for a new advisor; however, the school does not guarantee a new advisor. Feedback about an advisor  can be provided  using the  online form.

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Wyse, Dr. Donald Leroy d. July 2, 2024 Shoreview, Minnesota Donald Leroy Wyse, 77, of Shoreview, MN died peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 with his loving wife and family at his side. Don loved his family and was a visionary for agriculture, education, and community development. Don was born in Wauseon, Ohio, on June 6, 1947, the son of Earl and Ruth (Garner) Wyse. He grew up on the family farm and excelled in high school sports. Don credited his brother Roger Wyse for getting him to college. He earned a Bachelor of Science from The Ohio State University and a Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Don married Beverly Ann Clark on June 7, 1969. Don adored "Bevy Ann", from their first encounter at the county fair through their 55 years of marriage, their love grew deeper with each passing year. They were two kids with free spirits, set out to change the world, against all odds. Don also had a close relationship with each of his children and grandchildren, always excited to see them, taking an active interest in what they were doing, and guiding them on their journey. Don had many special gifts, but his greatest gift and mission was supporting and caring for people. He engaged all people he encountered, accepting them as they were, without judgment, listening to their story, then partnering with them to identify and begin a preferred path toward their future. Don used this gift in all aspects of his life: education, scientific research, organizing, community building, fighting social injustice, and interpersonal relationships. Don recently celebrated 50 years of teaching and research at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. During his tenure he instructed thousands of undergraduate students, advised over 100 graduate students, published over 200 scientific journal articles, authored two book chapters, held 14 research patents, and 6 plant variety patents. During the latest phase of his career, Don dedicated himself to the creation of a broader vision and framework of agriculture that serves rural and urban communities with a goal of economic growth and resource conservation. He was instrumental in bringing together individuals across the entire agriculture infrastructure to work on the most challenging issues affecting agriculture, the environment, and society. He successfully formed several formal partnerships and collaborations among farmers, universities, governments, foundations, major food companies, conservation groups, and rural and urban community leaders. Don was the visionary and co-founder of the Forever Green Initiative, which serves as a platform and model for developing alternative crops and cropping systems that provide longer-living cover on the landscape with additional economic and environmental benefits to rural and urban communities. Several of these crops have achieved commercial success and the Forever Green Initiative has gained global recognition and support. Despite Don's critical role in forming and developing these ideas and collaborations, he never wanted personal recognition; it was always about the people involved, doing the hard work to achieve success. Beyond his professional achievements, Don's greatest joy was his family. He was a loving husband to Bev, a devoted father to his children Dawn (Todd) Wyse-Pester and Ryan (Mary) Wyse, and a doting grandfather to Hayden Pester (Leah Marek), Lara Pester (Jake Chilson), Cameron Wyse (Megan Biggs), and Connor Wyse. To his family he was "Papa". Typically acting goofy to make them laugh, down on the floor with grandkids, playing in sandboxes and doll houses, conducting fun science experiments, and cheering and beaming with pride as each of them accomplished their life milestones. But he also challenged each family member to reach their full potential and instilled the value of helping other people along their journey. Don and Bev also enjoyed vacationing by themselves and with family, traveling across the U.S. on new adventures and many trips to the national parks of the west including Rocky Mountain (Estes Park), Yellowstone, and Grand Teton to relax and renew their spirit. Through the years, on every trip Don would continually educate his family on various plants in the environment, what made them unique to establish and persist, and the role they played in the surrounding ecosystem. Standing in front, his arm stretched across the horizon, explaining the physical world in Don's unique way of blending science, common sense, and humor saying "Well something sure the hell happened here". His passion and excitement were infectious, and he thoroughly enjoyed each moment he had with family. Don's absence leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his spirit and influence endure as a light of inspiration and hope for a brighter future. Don will be remembered for his passion, intellect, sense of humor, and unwavering commitment to creating a better world through agriculture. His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the principles he instilled. His favorite song was "One Headlight" by The Wallflowers, which captured his love for Bev, their adventure through life together, and his pursuit in the death of current ideas and challenging the status quo. "Me and Cinderella, we put it all together, we can drive it home with one headlight". Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife Bev; their two children: Dawn (Todd) Wyse-Pester of Shoreview, MN, Ryan (Mary) Wyse of Elk River, MN; four grandchildren: Hayden and Lara Pester, Cameron and Connor Wyse; his brother Roger Wyse (Jaleh Daie) of Austin, TX; his sister Marie (Paul) Sprankle of Columbus, OH; and many extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Ruth Wyse. Plans for a memorial service for Don will be announced soon. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to a scholarship fund in Don's name. everloved.com/life-of/ dr-donald-wyse/donate/ Bradshaw 651-407-8300 bradshawfuneral.com

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