Case Western Reserve University MSW OnlineCase Western Reserve University MSW OnlineCase Western Reserve University MSW Online

Earn your Master of Social Work online from Case Western Reserve University, and be trained as a change leader to promote equity, innovation and transformation.Earn your Master of Social Work online from Case Western Reserve University, and be trained as a change leader to promote equity, innovation and transformation.Earn a Master of Social Work online from Case Western Reserve University, and meet the ever-evolving needs of society as a culturally minded social work leader.

  • Top-10 School of Social Work1— nationally and No. 1 in Ohio.
  • Receive up to $50,000 in scholarships — Invest in your future by earning an MSW degree.2
  • No GRE Scores Required — At the Mandel School, we value our applicants’ lived experiences, and passion for driving social change.

Join Our Social Work Movement

Ranked Top-10 Best Social Work School nationally by U.S. News & World Report3

9%

Anticipated growth of social work jobs between 2021 and 20314

9,000+

Alumni making a lasting impact across industries

Global Network

Spans more than 50 states and 41 countries

Make a Real Impact in Society

As one of the first university-based graduate professional schools of social work in the nation, with more than 105 years of experience, we continue to redefine the profession. Our fully online Council on Social Work Education accredited program is designed for working professionals to enhance their careers and create a more just world—no matter their location.

6 Great Reasons to Choose CWRU

  • We value inclusive excellence.
  • Over 1,000 field placement options enabling students to learn real-world skills.
  • World-class faculty who are leading practitioners and researchers in social work.
  • Three paths of study in Children, Youth and Families; Community Practice for Social Change; and Mental Health with Adults.
  • Certificate option in Trauma-Informed Practice embedded into the online MSW program.
  • Generous scholarships availability to applicants in Ohio and out-of-state.

Come Join Our Community of Change Leaders

1Best Schools for Social Work. (2022). U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved February 2, 2024.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference
2Ohio residents are eligible for up to $50,000 in scholarships; out-of-state applicants are eligible for up to $15,000 in scholarships.arrow_upward
3Best Schools for Social Work. (2022). U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved February 2, 2024.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote referenceReturn to footnote reference
4Occupational Outlook Handbook, Bureau of Labor Statistics (Retrieved September 2022)arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference