Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Built-in flexibility: Learn in synchronous online and hybrid evening courses with in-person practicums.
- Faith-informed: Explore what it looks like to practice social work through the lens of faith and justice, seeing each person as an image bearer of God.
- Practice-oriented: Develop valuable skills that can be applied immediately, such as ethical leadership principles, documentation best practices, and a clear understanding of legal responsibilities.
- Missionally focused: Work toward the advancement of social justice in a variety of clinical and macro level settings through anti-racist, anti-oppressive social work practice.
A Master of Social Work (MSW) from Calvin equips you to address complex social issues, empower communities, and enact meaningful change.
Our program is guided by the core values of social justice and the dignity of every person. At Calvin, you'll boldly explore the intersection between faith and the profession. You'll learn in robust, conversation-driven classes that emphasize professional competence, integrity, and service to your community. You'll be connected to our incredible network of over 150 partner agencies.
Whether or not you have earned a BSW, your educational needs, career goals, and schedule are unique, so we've designed a program that's flexible and responsive. Courses are online and synchronous, and instructors provide personalized advising to help you reach your goals. You'll graduate with practical skills and experience—and a vision to use them to help people flourish.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with a deadline of April 20, 2026. Applications received by January 31, 2026 allow for time to arrange for preferred practicum placements.