Overview
Within the context of a land grant institution, the mission of Social Work from University of Missouri - Columbia reflects the University of Missouri’s tightly interlocked missions of teaching, research, outreach, and economic development.
Careers
The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program prepares graduates for leadership in professional social work practice within the areas of Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice or Policy, Planning and Administration in Human Services.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Social Policy and Service Delivery in Social Work
- Social Work Skills
- Large Group Theory
- Management of a Social Agency
- Evaluative Research in Social Work
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Social Work View 482 other Masters in Social Work in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
- Personal statement (see department instruction)
- Resume or CV
- Three letters of reference from persons who can address the applicant’s intellectual ability and interpersonal skills, potential for graduate education, and potential for professional social work practice through observation in an educational or work (paid or volunteer) setting. Letters of reference should not be submitted from friends or family.
- Proof of Financial Support
- Have earned a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
- GPA Score: 3.0
Tuition Fee
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International
24849 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24849 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
24849 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24849 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
12213 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12213 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Columbia
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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