Overview

The Social Work program offered by Liberty University offers a general cognate and an individual and family clinical cognate. No matter which cognate you choose, you’ll receive advanced generalist training in social policy, research, and practice — as well as the opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in the real world.

Students are able to complete the program within 2-calendar years with a full-time plan of study. Students are also able to complete the program within 4-calendar years with a part-time plan of study. These plans of study may include Summer semesters. All plans of study are available in the MSW Student Handbook.

Career Opportunities

Many social service agencies prefer to hire candidates with a social work degree
Pursue administrative and supervisory roles in the field of social work.
Become equipped to sit for social work licensure exams* — so you can pursue the credentials you need to further your career.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources. 

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

dmission application
A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with a 2.5 or above GPA
2 recommendation forms
400-word Statement of Purpose:In 150 words, complete the following prompt: I desire to earn a Master of Social Work degree and attend Liberty University because…
In 150 words, complete the following prompt: I show a posture of learning and respect when interacting with diverse individuals, families, and groups by…
In 100 words, discuss the following prompt: Please share about a personal challenge in your life and discuss how you have worked through this challenge. (Please do not share a challenge with your job).

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17250 USD / year

≈ 17250 USD / year
Out-of-State

17250 USD / year

≈ 17250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17250 USD / year

≈ 17250 USD / year

Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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

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