MSW Transfer Dilemma: Finish Faster at Boston College or go Online for Health Reasons

Hey everyone,

I got intoa Masters of social work program, but I’m also thinking about going back to Boston College because I really want to finish faster. At Quinnipiac, the timeline stretches to 2029, which feels way too long. At BC, I could realistically finish in about a year, though it would need board approval.

For some context, I had to take a medical leave from BC because of epilepsy. My main concern now is whether it’s worth it to chase the BC name and finish quickly, or if it’s better to go with Quinnipiac’s online program—especially since stress can trigger my epilepsy. I’m also not sure how many classes I’d be taking at BC if I aim to graduate in 2027.

Is it worth risking my epilepsy? I am going to be 1 year free in April.

Any advice is welcome and appreciated! ❤️❤️