MSW Part-Time Program
Formerly known as the Extended Day Program (EDP), the MSW Part-Time Program offers students a more flexible path towards a master’s degree in social work. Students attend all four quarters per year (Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer) and take 9-11 quarters to complete the degree, with classes being held either in the evenings, on the weekends, or fully online.
For different program options, visit the Part-Time MSW Program page.
A sample schedule for each quarter can be found on the Part-Time MSW Program Coursework and Field Work page.
Practicum Placement Process
MSW Part-Time students have two practicum placements: one in their Generalist year and one in their Specialized year.
The Generalist Practicum provides students with a range of learning opportunities across micro, mezzo, and macro practice.
The Specialized Practicum is tailored to a student’s chosen specialization and offers broader responsibilities and more complex skill development.
*MSW Part-Time Advanced Students will only complete their specialized practicum.
Winter Placement Timeline 2026-2027
*CWTAP students: this timeline does not apply to you. Please contact CWTAP directly about your placement process.
January: Explore Opportunities
Attend Information Sessions
Field Faculty offer info sessions to help you explore different practice areas, specializations, and traineeship opportunities
Start Planning
Meet with your Field Faculty to discuss potential placement sites before you apply. If you’re interested in an agency not currently in our network, bring this to your Field Faculty – do not contact the agency yourself.
February: Review & Apply
Access the Field Opportunities Website (available to students on February 17, 2026)
OFE will send you a link to browse all available placements.
- Each posting includes:
- Placement description and learning opportunities
- Eligible programs and specializations
- Application requirements and deadlines
- Schedule options
- Any prerequisites
Before You Apply
- Meet with your Field Faculty
- Verify you meet prerequisites (experience, interests, program level, specialization)
- Prepare your application materials:
- Updated resume
- Cover letter
- OFE Practicum Cover Sheet (check with your Field Faculty, this might be optional)
- Any additional materials required by the agency/site
Important Notes:
- Each agency may have its own application process – read the postings carefully
- Hospital placements have unique process with an earlier finalization deadline, this depends on the hospital you are applying to
February to March: Interview
Apply up to 3 sites at a time
As a courtesy to your peers and agencies, limit yourself to three active applications
Interview Process
- Agencies screen applicants
- Selected students are invited to interview
- Agency offers placement to student
Accepting Offers
- You have 5 business days to accept or decline a placement offer. After one week, the offer may be withdrawn
March to April: Finalize Placement
The Office of Field Education will send instructions on how to submit your confirmed placement information during Winter and Spring Quarter
Questions?
Contact your Field Faculty or the OFE team anytime at sswfield@uw.edu—we’re here to support you!
Winter Placement Timeline 2026-2027
Part-Time MSW Program students will be looking for a Generalist and Specialized Practicum Placement.
*CWTAP students: this timeline does not apply to you. Please contact CWTAP directly about your placement process.
January: Explore Opportunities
Attend Information Sessions
Field Faculty offer info sessions to help you explore different practice areas, specializations, and traineeship opportunities
Meet your Field Faculty
BASW students: your Field Faculty is Saul Tran Cornwall
Start Planning
Meet with your Field Faculty to discuss potential placement sites before you apply. If you’re interested in an agency not currently in our network, bring this to your Field Faculty – do not contact the agency yourself.
February: Review & Apply
Access the Field Opportunities Website (available to students on February 3, 2026)
OFE will send you a link to browse all available placements.
- Each posting includes:
- Placement description and learning opportunities
- Eligible programs and specializations
- Application requirements and deadlines
- Schedule options
- Any prerequisites
Before You Apply
- Meet with your Field Faculty
- Verify you meet prerequisites (experience, interests, program level, specialization)
- Prepare your application materials:
- Updated resume
- Cover letter
- OFE Practicum Cover Sheet (check with your Field Faculty, this might be optional)
- Any additional materials required by the agency/site
Important Notes:
- Each agency may have its own application process – read the postings carefully
- Hospital placements have unique process with an earlier finalization deadline, this depends on the hospital you are applying to
February to March: Interview
Apply up to 3 sites at a time
As a courtesy to your peers and agencies, limit yourself to three active applications
Interview Process
- Agencies screen applicants
- Selected students are invited to interview
- Agency offers placement to student
Accepting Offers
- You have 5 business days to accept or decline a placement offer. After one week, the offer may be withdrawn
March to April: Finalize Placement
The Office of Field Education will send instructions on how to submit your confirmed placement information during Winter and Spring Quarter
Questions?
Contact your Field Faculty or the OFE team anytime at sswfield@uw.edu—we’re here to support you!
Practicum Hours, Credits and Due Dates
| Quarter | Start Date | Practicum Hours/Week | Credits | Seminars | Due Dates |
| Summer | Varies | – | Varies |
1 credit seminar
(For Summer starts)
|
Learning Agreement due: Aug 15 |
| Autumn | Varies |
8-16 hours/week
(1-2 days/week)
|
Varies |
1 credit seminar
(For Autumn starts only)
|
Evaluation due: Dec 5
(For Summer starts)
Learning Agreement due: Dec 5
(For Autumn starts)
|
| Winter | Varies |
8-16 hours/week
(1-2 days/week)
|
Varies | – |
Evaluation due: Mar 13
|
| Spring | Students may choose to extend their credit plan to include Spring Quarter. *Key dates reflected in the Full-Time MSW Generalist Program | ||||
*May start in Summer or Autumn quarters, days/hours/credits can vary.
Total: 360 hours = 9 credits / Minimum 2 credits (8 hrs/week) per quarter
Summer Quarter (Terms A & B):
- Credits: Varies
- Practicum Hours: 8-16 hrs/week (1-2 days/week)
- Seminars: 1 credit (for Summer starts only)
- No learning agreement due
- No quarterly evaluation due
Autumn Quarter:
- Credits: Varies
- Practicum Hours: 8-16 hrs/week (1-2 days/week)
- Seminars: 1 credit (for Autumn starts only)
- Learning Agreement Due: Dec. 5 (for Autumn starts only)
- Evaluation Due: Dec. 5 (for Summer starts only)
Winter Quarter:
- Credits: Varies
- Practicum Hours: 8-16 hrs/week (1-2 days/week)
- Seminars: N/A
- Quarterly Evaluation Due: Mar. 13
- No learning agreement
Spring Quarter:
Students may choose to extend their credit plan to include Spring Quarter. *Key dates reflected in the Full-Time MSW Generalist Program
PT MSW Start Dates & Schedules: Students in the PT MSW programs have more flexibility with their practicum start dates and schedules. Students can start practicum either in Spring, Summer, or Autumn quarter. Sometimes students extend their practicum hours over four quarters (Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring) to enable them to take less time (per week) away from their jobs. Sometimes students choose to attend practicum Autumn – Spring Quarter. Students must take a minimum of two practicum credits each quarter.
Note: Schedule varies by quarter with some flexibility available through Field Faculty approval.
Each student’s credit plan and program of study varies, but this outline reflects the most common path our students take.
| Quarter | Start Date | Practicum Hours/Week | Credits | Due Dates |
| Summer | Varies |
8-16 hours/week
(1-2 days/week)
|
Varies |
Evaluation due: Aug 21
Learning Agreement due: 2 weeks after quarter starts
(For Summer Starts)
|
| Autumn | Varies |
8-16 hours/week
(1-2 days/week)
|
Varies |
Learning Agreement due: Oct 17
Evaluation due: Dec 5
(For Autumn starts)
|
| Winter | Varies |
8-16 hours/week
(1-2 days/week)
|
Varies |
Evaluation due: Mar 13
|
| Spring | Students may choose to extend their credit plan to include Spring Quarter. *Key dates reflected in the Full-Time MSW Generalist Program | |||
*May start in Summer or Autumn or Spring (with approval), days/hours/credits can vary.
Total: 680 hours = 17 credits*
Summer Quarter:
- Credits: Varies
- Practicum Hours: 8-16 hrs/week, 1-2 days/week
- Learning Agreement Due: 2 weeks after quarter starts
- Quarterly Evaluation: Aug 22
Autumn Quarter:
- Credits: Varies
- Practicum Hours: 8-16 hrs/week, 1-2 days/week
- Learning Agreement Due: Oct 17
- Quarterly Evaluation: Dec 5
Winter Quarter:
- Credits: 6 credits
- Practicum Hours: 24 hrs/week (Mon, Tues, Weds)
- Quarterly Evaluation Due: Mar. 13
- No learning agreement
Spring Quarter:
Students may choose to extend their credit plan to include Spring Quarter. *Key dates reflected in the Full-Time MSW Generalist Program
PT MSW Start Dates & Schedules: Students in the PT MSW programs have more flexibility with their practicum start dates and schedules. Students can start practicum either in Spring, Summer, or Autumn quarter. Sometimes students extend their practicum hours over four quarters (Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring) to enable them to take less time (per week) away from their jobs. Sometimes students choose to attend practicum Autumn – Spring Quarter. Students must take a minimum of two practicum credits each quarter.
Note: Schedule varies by quarter with some flexibility available through Field Faculty approval.
Each student’s credit plan and program of study varies, but this outline reflects the most common path our students take.