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Pitt-Johnstown MSW Program Virtual Information Session, Friday, April 19, 6:00-7:00pm (EST). Click here to register.
In-person Information Session, Wed., May 8, 6-7:30 pm at UPJ. To receive details, RSVP Misha Zorich at maz49@pitt.edu
The MSW program at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a part-time program that prepares students to engage in empirically supported and culturally competent advanced social work practice. It offers a specialization in direct practice with individuals, families, and small groups, with a specialization in mental health. The curriculum successfully prepares students to take the licensure exam.
A new cohort of accepted students begins every two years (2024,2026,etc), completing six credits per semester for 10 consecutive semesters. (Total credits:42 class + 18 fieldwork) Students may complete the master's degree in three and a half years. Classes are held in the evenings at Pitt's campus in Johnstown, PA. We also offer a 2-year program for students who would like to attend full-time beginning their second year and can travel to the Oakland campus for one course in the spring term.
Students with a BSW/BASW are granted advanced standing during the admission process and can receive up to 15 academic credits. The number of advanced standing credits granted depends on the comparability of the student’s undergraduate courses to this Program’s generalist courses and on the grades they earned in those undergraduate courses (i.e., must be a “B” grade or higher).
Click on the course schedule, which is perfect for the recent grad or the working professional. The cohort model ensures that our students receive the absolute most out of their education. Our students cultivate professional and personal networks that continue long after graduation.
The Pitt-Johnstown MSW program shares the same academic goals, standards, requirements, and accreditation as the program at the Pittsburgh campus School of Social Work.
You are welcome to visit a class or our campus at any time.
Students are eligible for a 15% tuition discount if they meet the following conditions:
- Students must be employed by either a non-profit or social service agency as a full-time employee for no fewer than 35 hours per week and work directly in a capacity with individuals, families, groups, or communities.
- Students are not eligible for the discount if they are already receiving either tuition remission or reimbursement from Pitt or their employer.
- Verification of employment must be provided by a signed letter on agency letterhead stationery by either the CEO or human services manager/director verifying the student's employment, weekly hours worked, and job title.
Pitt2Pitt
To qualify for a Pitt2Pitt Scholarship, you need to be a graduating University of Pittsburgh senior or alumni as described in the program-specific requirements, apply to the program, and be admitted. Qualifying part-time students (minimum 4.5 credits) can receive $1,250/term scholarship.
You can apply to the program through the main campus admissions process (link below) . Applications will be accepted from Oct, 2023 to June 31, 2024 for the 2024-25 academic year. To apply you will need to provide:
• The online MSW application form
• Electronically signed field education document (included in the application)
• 3-5 page double-spaced typed personal statement
• Official and sealed copies of transcripts for all colleges/universities attended
• 2 letters of recommendation
• Copy of resume
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Please let's chat at your convenience.
Contact:
Misha Zorich, MSW Regional Program Director, Pitt-Johnstown MSW Program
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
450 Schoolhouse Road
Biddle Hall 150D
Johnstown, PA 15904
maz49@pitt.edu
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