Overview

The Social Work program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke combines rigorous academics with real-world experience. You'll gain practical skills both in the classroom and through a faculty-supported practicum based in North Carolina.

Rooted in social justice and aligned with the NASW Code of Ethics, the program prepares you to serve diverse, rural and underserved communities — whether you're beginning your social work journey or building on a BSW.

With flexible options — including full-time or part-time schedules and hybrid or fully online delivery — you can earn your degree on your terms.

Common Careers

Clinical social work

Substance use disorder treatment

Medical and school social work

Community advocacy

Public policy and research

Nonprofit management

Trauma-informed care

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Behavior and the Social Environment

Social Work Practice

Social Welfare Policies and Programs

Social Work in a Diverse Community

Advanced Generalist Practice in Rural Settings

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Lumberton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Autobiographical Statement (2–3 pages)

Social Problem Analysis (2–3 pages)

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university

Fully Online Program: Minimum 3.0 GPA (overall or in the major) or a graduate degree with a 3.0 GPA

Hybrid Program (on-campus sessions): Minimum 2.75 GPA (overall or in the major) or a graduate degree with a 2.75 GPA

You must submit at least three recommendations from academic or professional references who can speak to your:

Readiness for graduate-level study

Commitment to social work values

Professionalism, leadership and/or advocacy experience

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

17340 USD / year

≈ 17340 USD / year
Out-of-State

17340 USD / year

≈ 17340 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4280 USD / year

≈ 4280 USD / year

Living costs

Lumberton

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Common Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lumberton

Funding

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