{"id":30649,"date":"2017-04-11T13:30:15","date_gmt":"2017-04-11T17:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/?page_id=30649"},"modified":"2026-06-15T16:18:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T20:18:56","slug":"boston-msw-experience","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/student-life\/boston-msw-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"The Boston MSW Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Take advantage of life beyond the classroom in the cultural hub of Boston.<\/h3>\n<p>We are located in the heart of the BU campus, overlooking the Charles River in Boston. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From events and lectures to restaurants and the arts, e<\/span>xperience the rich cultural life of the city through venues including the Esplanade, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Fenway Park.<\/p>\n<p>Outside the classroom, you will find a deeply engaged student body. Our school is home to a growing number of student-led groups, giving you the opportunity to connect with your peers on issues you care about. Our students are also active members of the Greater Boston community where many volunteer their time at local organizations, lead drives, marches and more<span>.\u00a0<\/span>You can also connect with graduate students at other BU schools through University-wide organizations such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/csc\/\">Community Service Center<\/a>\u00a0and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www-staging.bu.edu\/thurman\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Howard Thurman Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>See what a &#8220;Day in the Life&#8221; is like for recent MSW grad, Vinnie.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"responsive-video responsive-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Day in the Life of a BUSSW Student at the CRC\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DZWN2rdk45Y?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3>Explore the Boston MSW Experience<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Living in Boston<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p>Boston is an intellectual hub and a nexus for cutting-edge innovation in health, education, and non-profits, making it a dynamic place to call home as a graduate student.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our Charles River Campus is located just minutes from downtown Boston and a short walk to renowned Boston area attractions, including the famous Freedom Trail and Harvard Square. Looking to explore or live in the Greater Boston area? Boston and its surrounding areas are home to many <a href=\"http:\/\/bu.edu\/admissions\/student-life\/city-of-boston\/getting-to-know-your-neighborhood\">vibrant, unique neighborhoods<\/a>, all easily accessible by foot, bike, or public transportation.<\/li>\n<li>BU\u00a0 students receive free and discounted opportunities to visit numerous cultural attractions throughout Boston.<\/li>\n<li>School-specific events are posted on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/news-events\/events\/\">our calendar here,<\/a> along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/resources\/current-msw\/student-services\/student-events\/\">student-focused events here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Each year BU hosts countless academic and cultural events, all accessible through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/calendar\/\">BU Calendar.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Academic and Student Support<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span>You will have a committed team providing academic support throughout your MSW journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BU is home to twelve libraries, including the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/mugar-memorial\/\">Mugar Library.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Our BUSSW Career Services office is committed to working with you to develop a plan of action as you prepare to launch your social work career. Connect with <a href=\"mailto:dana@bu.edu\">Dana Benton<\/a> directly and learn about the types of appointments and supports available as you prepare to graduate.<\/li>\n<li>The Yawkey Center for Student Services houses the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/\">Educational Resource Center<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/resources\/current-msw\/career\/\">Center for Career Development, <\/a>great resources for academic or career services, including help with r\u00e9sum\u00e9 building, cover letter writing, career search and interview preparation, and more.<\/li>\n<li>If you require accommodations or related support, connect with the BUSSW student services team or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/disability\/\">BU&#8217;s Disability &amp; Access Services<\/a>, located in Kenmore Square next to the Yawkey Center.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Transportation<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Commuting to and from different parts of the campus is easy through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thebus\/schedules\/\">BU Shuttle (\u201cThe BUS\u201d)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The MBTA (known as the \u201cT\u201d) B Line runs through campus with dedicated stops located at major BU locations. Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mbta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MBTA website<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Health and Wellness<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Make time for some self-care at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/\">Fitness and Recreation Center.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><span>All BU students receive free membership to the wellness app <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/headspace-subscription?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=search&amp;utm_campaign=HS_Headspace_Brand-Exact_Search_US-NorAm_Google_NA&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=headspace&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=1919439341&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADLlnJ2P11vJvzJ8hABDhGOT8nPcK&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA1czLBhDhARIsAIEc7uhtuItuec2h2BDxcCzRtmg0bH52VoFxQN41p2iEnEUofBWcLwCQH04aAomsEALw_wcB\">Headspace<\/a>, as well as BUSSW group advising opportunities focused on self-care. Contact your student services team for more info.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>For physical or mental health assistance, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/\">BU Student Health Services. <\/a>Additional resources for mental and physical well-being are also available at BUSSW&#8211; check with your Student Services team.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">International Student Resources<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p>As an international student at BU, you will receive support through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/\">International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>ISSO assists with international student check-in, filing paperwork for post-completion Optional Practical Training, and provides resources for everything from for filing taxes to life after BU.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Enrichment and Travel Opportunities<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p>We are proud of our history of cross-cultural travel and study opportunities for students and alumni.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Over the years, we have offered travel and study visits to China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Denmark, and Israel, with a focus on social work practice and policies in these countries. In addition, we host visiting international scholars-in-residence, most recently from Australia, Israel, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia.<\/li>\n<li>We offer a three-week summer public health social work program in Puerto Rico (with elective course credit) led by Professor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/profile\/luz-marilis-lopez-lcsw\/\">Luz Lopez<\/a>, in conjunction with the Inter American University of Puerto Rico. \u201cThe Puerto Rican Experience\u201d focuses on social, economic, and cultural issues in Puerto Rico. Participants take Spanish-language classes, visit local agencies and community groups, and attend lectures taught by Puerto Rican social work professors and practitioners.<\/li>\n<li>Current students may also attend select free courses through the school\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/careers\/pep\/\">Network for Professional Education <\/a>which offers workshops and seminars on specific social work topics.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\" bu-callout aligncenter\">\n<h3>Student Services<\/h3>\n<p>Our Student Services teams are here for you. Providing personalized attention and the guidance you need to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ssw\/degree-program\/msw\/meet-the-student-services-team\/\" class=\"cta-button\">Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take advantage of life beyond the classroom in the cultural hub of Boston. 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