Master of Social Work

Earn A CSUF Master's Degree in Social Work While Working Full Time

The Master of Social Work Flex (MSW) Program at Cal State Fullerton is a part-time master's degree program that you can finish in 3 years while staying fully employed. You can earn your master's on your time — and the degree you'll earn is equivalent to a full-time degree.

CSUF Master of Social Work Flex Program Benefits

  • Designed for working professionals
  • Prepares you to take on leadership roles in public social service organizations
  • Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) 

Areas of Study in the CSUF Master of Social Work Flex Program

Human behavior
Social welfare policy and services 
Social work
Fieldwork in child welfare or community mental health 

Why enroll at CSUF to complete your Master of Social Work degree?

schedule Part-time program
nightlight Guaranteed evening classes
engineering Offers conveniently sheduled fieldwork experiences
calendar_month Your entire schedule is planned for you
diversity_1 Take classes in a cohort so you get to know fellow students
computer Classes may be scheduled in-person or online
paid You can apply for financial aid
work Access to the CSUF Career Center
school Earn the same diploma & attend the same graduation ceremony as on-campus students
maps_home_work Opportunity to apply skills gained in a community-based social work agency

Who is the Ideal CSUF Master of Social Work Program Student?

Social work leaders who want to take on leadership roles in public social service organizations charged with responding to societal problems such as:

  • Poverty
  • Family instability
  • Mental illness
  • Child abuse