MSW Programs in Canada
MSW Helper supports applicants who are applying to Master of Social Work programs in Canada. In this guide, we have prepared information on acceptance rates, available programs, and school-specific application guides.
Learn more about MSW programs in Canada using our online directory!
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Location: Kitchener, Ontario and Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (September); Winter (January); Spring (May)
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Location: Toronto, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (November)
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Location: Waterloo, Ontario and Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
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Location: London, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: No
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Winter (January)
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Location: Toronto, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: No
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
More information:
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Location: Toronto, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
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Location: Windsor, Ontario, and Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: November, January (In person program) February, July (MSWwp)
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Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes (limited availability)
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
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Location: Hamilton, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
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Location: Orillia and Thunder Bay, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: No
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Winter (February)
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Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Winter (January)
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Location: Montreal, Quebec
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Winter (January)
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Location: St. John’s NL, Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Winter (January)
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Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (November)
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Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (December)
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Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: No
Part-time options: No
Online-options: No (Program is hybrid)
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall (November 1st)
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Location: Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: Yes
Application dates: Fall (November)
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Location: Victoria, British Columbia and Online
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes
Part-time options: Yes
Online-options: Yes
Clinical specialization: No
Application dates: Fall
More information:
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Location: Kelowna and Vancouver, British Columbia
Advanced Standing: Yes
Regular Track: Yes (Kelowna campus only)
Part-time options: No
Online-options: No
Clinical specialization: Yes (Kelowna campus)
Application dates: Winter (January)
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What are the acceptance rates for Master of Social Work Programs in Canada?
Master of Social Work programs are extremely competitive. On average, most schools of social work accept between 16 percent to 30 percent to their Master of Social Work programs.
See the full breakdown of acceptance rates at each school here.
Which schools offer clinical MSW programs in Canada?
There are two schools that offer clinical social work programs in Canada: The University of Calgary and the University of British Columbia - Okanagan.
What schools offer the best MSW programs in Canada?
The best social work programs in Canada include the University of Toronto, The University of Calgary, The University of British Columbia, and McMaster University.
However, just because it’s a top-rated program that does not mean it’s necessarily the best program for you. Learn more about what you should consider when applying to MSW programs.
What schools offer online MSW programs?
There are six schools that offer online MSW programs in Canada: Wilfrid Laurier University, Dalhousie University, The University of Windsor, The University of Waterloo, The University of Victoria, and the University of Calgary.
School Specific MSW Application Guides
Our school-specific application guides were created to teach you how to prepare your application and craft responses to the prompts provided by various MSW programs. Check them out below!
University of Toronto
MSW Application Guide
University of Windsor
MSW Application Guide
McGill University
MSW Application Guide
University of British Columbia
MSW Application Guide
Wilfrid Laurier University
MSW Application Guide
List of All Canadian MSW Programs
What is the difference between advanced standing and regular track MSW programs?
Advanced standing programs are only for applicants who have a Bachelor of Social Work degree. They take one year to complete. Regular-track MSW programs are two years in length and are designed for those with all other academic backgrounds.
Check out our list of advanced standing and regular track MSW programs.
Social Work Scholarships in Canada
In this post we have put together a list of social work scholarships for MSW students. Check it out here.
How To Get An MSW Degree In Canada
While the fastest way to get an MSW degree is to pursue a 4 year BSW program first, there are actually multiple pathways to getting a Master of Social Work. Each path has it’s own set of pros and cons.
Learn more about the 4 major academic pathways to an MSW degree.
Free Resources for Canadian MSW Applicants
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