The first three quarters are foundation courses followed by the summer session during which electives of block field placement may be taken. The last three quarters are concentration courses specializing in direct and indirect practice methods. Advanced Standing Status Students entering the MSW with an undergraduate degree in social work from a college that was accredited by the Council on Social Work Education after 1973 may be eligible for Advanced Standing status. Advanced Standing students must complete 60 credit hours. Part-time students must complete the degree in 4 years, taking 2 courses per quarter.
Some students choose to attend regular classes on a part-time basis.
A part-time schedule is considered fewer than 15 credit hours per quarter. All students regardless of their status have this option. Part-time students must complete the degree within four years. The weekend scheduling option taught by regular and adjunct faculty of GSSW on Friday evenings and Saturdays offers the entire first year foundation as well as the second year direct practice concentration. Only selected electives are offered on weekends.