Accelerated Master’s Program-Social Work

The Master’s of Social Work (MSW) program at Ball State University is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in helping individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Our curriculum emphasizes advanced generalist practice, focusing on clinical and non-profit management skills necessary for addressing complex social issues in diverse settings. The program uniquely prepares graduates for dual licensure in clinical social work (LCSW) and clinical addiction counseling (LCAC).

Accelerated Master’s Degree Program

Our Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) allows you to begin your graduate studies while completing your undergraduate degree, enabling you to earn your MSW in a shorter time frame. This option is ideal for students ready to advance their education and career prospects efficiently.

Program Highlights

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Our MSW program offers an immersive educational experience that includes coursework in clinical addictions, gerontology, and health. You'll also gain expertise in non-profit management, including program development, budgeting, fundraising, and leadership areas.
• Flexible Learning Options: We offer full-time and part-time pathways to accommodate working professionals. Courses are delivered in a blended format, combining online and face-to-face instruction—making it easier to balance your studies with your personal and professional commitments.
• Field Experience: Practical field experience is a cornerstone of our MSW program. You will have opportunities to work at various field sites across Indiana, gaining real-world experience in clinical and community settings.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The program is housed in the Health Professions Building, which has advanced simulation labs, a community-based clinic, and dedicated social work skills labs. This environment supports hands-on learning and practical experience.

Classes for the MSW Program Can Be Taken at Ball State University’s Off-Campus Center in Fishers, Indiana

Students can take Master’s of Social Work (MSW) classes at Ball State Fishers—Ball State University’s off-campus center in downtown Fishers, Indiana—or at the University’s main campus in Muncie, Indiana. To take classes at Ball State Fishers, students must mark this option on the application and communicate this to the MSW director and in course registrations.

Located in the city’s Nickel Plate District on 116th Street, just west of I-69, Ball State Fishers offers reduced tuition (i.e., fewer administrative fees), free parking, easy accessibility, and large classrooms.

Career Opportunities 

Graduates of our MSW program are equipped to pursue various career paths, including clinical social work, addiction counseling, and leadership roles in non-profit organizations. The program’s focus on dual licensure enhances your employability and professional versatility.