Overview

The curriculum includes study in Human Behavior in the Social Work. Ferris State University has a clinical concentration in the MSW program. As such, the emphasis will be on clinical theory and practice as well as the policy contexts of practice. You will be trained to treat behavioral, mental and emotional issues and be prepared to work as counselors, therapists and clinical supervisors.

Students complete 900 hours of field instruction in one or two different social work agencies. Advanced Standing students' BSW field education counts toward the total number of hours. The capstone project gives students an opportunity to engage in research or program development.

Career Prospects

The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 25% employment growth for Social Work, faster than the average for all occupations. With an MSW, graduates will have a higher earning capacity as well as be in positions of greater influence. The wide range of clinical positions includes mental health and substance abuse therapists, behavioral health counselors, medical social workers, school social workers, marital counselors and child and family clinicians.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Policy Analysis and Advocacy

Generalist Macro Practice

Human Behavior/Social Environment

Research Methods

Diversity and Social Justice

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Big Rapids, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application for admission
Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university that includes a clear Liberal Arts base with a firm foundation in the Social Sciences, Political Science, Humanities, and the Sciences.
- 3.00 Overall Undergraduate GPA (on a 4.00 scale) Advanced Year Bachelor of Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited Social Work program.
- 3.20 Overall GPA (on a 4.00 scale) and a 3.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in all Social Work courses.
Submit transcripts from BSW undergraduate education. Upon acceptance, candidates will be required to submit an official transcript. Ferris graduates need not submit transcripts for coursework completed at Ferris.
Submit a current, professional resume or curriculum vitae.
Submit a candidate statement

Request three (3) professional references

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

57696 USD / full

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Out-of-State

38256 USD / full

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Domestic

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In-State

38256 USD / full

≈ 38256 USD / full

Living costs

Big Rapids

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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