Master of Social Work [M.S.W]
Field of Study:
$13,140/Yr
- The MSW program has one concentration- advanced generalist practice
- Prepares students for advanced practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
- Consists of 60 credit hours.
- Having satisfied all of the program's academic requirements, students leave the program with competencies allowing them to practice with and on behalf of Delawareans, and with clients throughout the region, across the nation, and globally.
- Course offerings provide students an understanding of social, economic, political, and interpersonal problems from a global perspective.
- Consequently, students comprehend the effects of problems, such as poverty, health disparities, racism, and oppression on populations that live in parts of the world outside the United States.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Priority Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $13140 (USD 13140) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Living Expenses | $10804 (USD 10804) |
Health Insurance | $754 (USD 754) |
Other fees | $1160 (USD 1160) |
Total Cost | $12718 (USD 12718) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed a bachelor’s degree.
- Foundation in Liberal Arts is required
- Subjects preferred:
- Social and behavioral sciences
- Students should have a minimum of 3.0 (or overseas equivalent) in an undergraduate degree. Any degree subject will be considered.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
• Copies of transcripts • Personal statement • Three reference letters • Financial statement
Course Guides
Masters (MS) in USA: Colleges, Courses, Deadlines, Eligibility & Fees
Masters in Social Work in USA: Universities, Fees, Scholarships, and Placements
Career and Placement after Course
After pursuing a Master's degree in social work, one can apply for jobs in various fields. Job opportunities are always high in the medical field. MSW pass outs with specialization in the medical field can work in hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers.
Substance abuse is another area where social workers are high in demand. MSW graduates can work in substance abuse areas like rehabilitation centers, prisons, private practices, and non-profit organizations. Social work graduates help in the treatment and rehabilitation of people addicted to drugs and suffering from problems related to other negative emotions like anger and mood swings.
A master's degree is not required in all areas of social work but mental health is a field that requires a Master's degree with a specialization in mental health.
One can work in community health centers, mental hospitals, schools, and charitable trusts for mental health.
MSW holders can also work for child welfare organizations where they can serve the children who are neglected by parents or children from low-income families.
Another area where social workers can find jobs is social school work. This is one of the most common areas of social work. An MSW graduate can work as a counselor and offer guidance to students and address their issues such as behavioral programs, sexual education, health education, truancy prevention programs, crisis intervention, and communication between teachers, parents, and students.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver | |
Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123 | Scholarship per student$ 500/Yr$500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Comindware Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based |
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