Overview

Objectives

At Social Work (Online) at Winthrop University empowerment practice assesses the influence of personal, structural and societal systems of power on vulnerable and oppressed populations. It uses assessment, intervention and evaluation methods with individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. The Social Work (Online) is delivered at Winthrop University.

Through empowerment practice, you can promote well-being while affirming the strengths and capabilities of people, valuing human diversity and promoting social justice.

Traditional Program Option

Winthrop offers a Traditional M.S.W. program option, which is designed for students who do not possess an undergraduate degree in social work. This 60-credit-hour program can be completed in as few as 3 years to prepare you for a new career as a specialized social worker.

Advanced Standing Program Option

Winthrop offers a 39-credit hour Advanced Standing M.S.W. program for applicants who possess an undergraduate degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program. This option enables you to accelerate your career advancement by graduating in as few as 2 years.

Mission Statement

Winthrop University provides personalized and challenging undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education programs of national caliber within a context dedicated to public service to the nation and to the State of South Carolina. Winthrop's longtime commitment to be among the very best institutions of its kind in the nation continually guides the mission of the university.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Social Welfare Policy

Generalist Social Work Practice

Social Work Research

Research

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Online

Fully structured

Campus Location

Rock Hill, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
Bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited institution
A current, professional resume that demonstrates paid and volunteer experience in the helping profession.
A professional narrative statement (3-5 pages) addressing the following:
Your reasons for pursuing the MSW degree and your commitment to the profession.
Your career goals upon completing the degree.
How a specialization in empowerment practice will help you reach your professional goals.
Prior to beginning your statement, please read the NASW Code of Ethics and our statement on Empowerment Practice.
Applicants must submit official transcript(s) from all institutions attended, even if the classes were transferred or if the applicant withdrew from the school.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14756 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14756 USD / year

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In-State

14756 USD / year

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Funding

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Overview

Objectives

Traditional Program Option

Mission Statement

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Scholarships Information

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