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Best MSW Programs near Evansville, IN (2026)
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Edited by Zoe MacDougall, BS
Evansville, Indiana (population 115,332) has 1 CSWE-accredited MSW program based in the city . 3 Indiana programs also offer an online option. Every program below is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the requirement for Indiana licensure.
Best MSW programs in Evansville, IN
Accredited programs with a campus in Evansville, IN, ranked by our five-factor model. National and online rank badges appear only for programs in the top 25 (nationally, or among online programs).
- #1 In Evansville, IN
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN · CSWE-accredited since 1995 · Online or On-Campus
6.7
1 concentration ✓ Advanced Standing Online optionWhy it ranks here
University of Southern Indiana has held CSWE accreditation since 1995, 31 years of standing as of 2026. The MSW is offered both online and on campus (Evansville; IN). It records 1 concentration (Clinical or Direct Practice). An Advanced Standing track is available for qualified BSW holders. Students can enroll full-time or part-time. The program also offers 1 dual-degree option and 1 embedded certificate.
Concentrations
Clinical or Direct Practice
Five-factor score breakdown
- Accreditation longevity (30%) 5.7
- Pathways & laddering (22%) 6.5
- Prestige (Carnegie research tier) (18%) 5.0
- Delivery format (18%) 8.0
- Schedule flexibility (12%) 10.0
Online MSW programs available in Evansville, IN
Indiana-based CSWE-accredited programs with an online option, which Evansville, IN residents can complete from home. See the full online MSW ranking for national options.
| Institution | Accredited | Adv. Standing | Natl. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University | 1923 | Yes | #1 |
| University of Southern Indiana | 1995 | Yes | #130 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University | 2016 | Yes | #288 |
How much do social workers make in Evansville, IN in 2026?
Evansville, Indiana sits within the Evansville, IN metro area, the labor market that sets pay and demand for its social workers. Across specialties, the area employs roughly 640 social workers , and the best-paid specialty here is healthcare social workers at a $61,560 median. Figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS program (May 2025).
| Occupation | Employed | Median wage | Typical range (10th–90th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare social workers | 170 | $61,560 | $40,990 – $83,320 |
| Mental health & substance abuse social workers | 140 | $44,000 | $36,290 – $73,690 |
| Child, family & school social workers | 330 | $48,730 | $38,440 – $62,420 |
| Social & community service managers (macro) | 140 | $63,000 | $47,020 – $107,000 |
How local pay compares
Child, family & school social workers around Evansville, IN earn a median of $48,730 versus $50,470 statewide in Indiana and $67,310 nationally. That is below the Indiana median.
Where do social workers work in Evansville, IN in 2026?
Evansville, Indiana sits in Vanderburgh County. Organizations in and around the city that commonly employ MSW-level social workers include:
- Deaconess Health System and Ascension St. Vincent
- Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare
- Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation
- University of Southern Indiana
- Indiana Department of Child Services
Representative local employers known to operate in the area; illustrative, not an exhaustive or BLS-sourced list.
Nationally, BLS projects social worker employment to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations, driven by demand in healthcare and mental-health settings. Macro roles such as social and community service managers are projected to grow alongside them. See pay by role in our career guides.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) for Evansville, IN; employment projections from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Wages are annual medians.
What kind of social work license do I need in Evansville, IN?
After an MSW from Evansville, IN or anywhere, these are the Indiana social work licenses, per ASWB. A CSWE-accredited degree is required for each.
| License | Education | Supervised hours | Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW) | Bachelor of Social Work | — | Bachelors |
| Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Doctorate of Social Work or Master of Social Work | 3000 hours | Clinical |
| Licensed Social Worker (LSW) | Master of Social Work | — | Masters |
Source: ASWB social work licensure database. Verify current requirements with the Indiana state board before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources
- CSWE Directory of Accredited Programs for program accreditation, campuses, and structure.
- U.S. Census Bureau 2023 Gazetteer (city coordinates) and Population Estimates Program (population).
- ASWB social work licensure database for Indiana license requirements.
Last updated 2026-06-12. "Near" means a program campus within 60 straight-line miles of the city center.