Changing Careers to Social Work: How and Why Fordham MSW Students Do It
Thinking about a career change? You’re not alone. Many of our Fordham MSW alumni started in fields like business, tech, media, and education before finding their true calling in social work. Their stories prove that it’s never too late to make an impact—and that your past experience might be the perfect foundation for your future. Read on to see how they made the switch.
Why These Professionals Left Their Careers for Social Work
Making a career switch isn't an easy decision, even if you know in your heart it's time to move on. At Fordham, we've graduated medical professionals, lawyers, journalists, marketers — the list goes on. And now more than ever, the world needs social workers who can bring new perspectives and make the profession even more effective. If you want to help people, this is the job for you.
Thinking of switching careers to social work? Need some tips on how to get started in the MSW application process? These tips can help: