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    Master of Social Work (MSW)

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    Shanghai, CNMSWIn-person3 yearsChinese
    CN¥84,000.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    30%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    27
    Cohort
    students
    CN¥800.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University is a 3-year, in-person MSW program based in Shanghai, CN. Tuition is CN¥84,000.

    About the program

    Program covers social work for children, youth and family, elderly people, medical social work, social welfare and policy, community services and governance.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jun 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL ≥ 80
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS ≥ 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Eligible for a Z visa (work permit) in China; recent policies allow international master's graduates from Chinese universities to apply without the standard 2-year prior work experience requirement.

    CN¥60,880.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University is CN¥84,000.
    Is Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University take to complete?
    Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University is structured around 3 years.
    How competitive is Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University?
    Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 30%.
    How large is the Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University cohort?
    Master of Social Work (MSW) at East China Normal University typically enrolls around 27 students per cohort.