State Authorization | University of the Pacific

University of the Pacific Authorized States

University of the Pacific’s MSW program (online and hybrid) and included university-supported fieldwork are open to residents of the state of California.

Students must be California residents to apply to the program and remain California residents for the duration of the program.

Since 1949, University of the Pacific has been accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the WASC Senior College and University Commission. See more information on the university's accreditation.

The Master of Social Work Program at University of the Pacific is accredited through the Council on Social Work Education.

See the university’s full list of authorized states and territories for distance education and clinical rotation or externships.

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I have or will have at least a bachelor’s degree, as required for University of the Pacific’s program.

I have or will have at least a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree, from a CSWE-accredited institution, as required for University of the Pacific’s program.

I am a California resident, as required for University of the Pacific’s program.

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