Overview

The Social Work Foundation program at the University of Northern Iowa provides students with a comprehensive understanding of social work and prepares them for entry-level positions in a variety of social service settings. Students will learn how to work with diverse populations and address social issues such as poverty, discrimination, and injustice.

Delivered Entirely Online

This program incorporates the same high standards and course workload expectations as the on-campus MSW program, but features the convenience of course delivery without the necessity of commuting to campus. Courses are offered online using Blackboard, an online learning management system and Zoom. Most courses will also meet Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. (CST) via interactive video conferencing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work and Social Welfare
Human Behavior and the Social Environment
Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families
Social Work Practice with Groups and Communities
Social Welfare Policy and Services
Research Methods for Social Work Practice
Field Education and Integrative Seminar
Elective courses in areas such as child welfare, healthcare social work, and mental health.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.25

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application to the university and Social Work Foundation program
Minimum 2.25 GPA (3.0 preferred)
Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Volunteer or work experience in a social service setting

Work experience

Volunteer or work experience in a social service setting

Tuition Fee

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International

20262 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1182 USD per credit during 42 months.
National

20262 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1182 USD per credit during 42 months.
In-State

9565 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 558 USD per credit during 42 months.

Funding

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