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    Social Work, M.S.W

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    St. Louis, USMSWHybrid2 years
    $50,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    48
    Credits

    Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University is a 48-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSW program based in St. Louis, US. Tuition is $50,000.

    About the program

    The program includes generalist courses, advanced practice courses in concentrations such as applied behavior analysis, clinical, or community and organization, hallmark and research courses, and field practica. It prepares social work professionals to work with vulnerable populations facing health, social, and economic challenges in settings like mental health centers, hospitals, schools, and nonprofit agencies.

    Focus: both
    Top 19% by U.S. News & World Report
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL of 92 or higher
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 (general university requirement, not specified on MSW page)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US standard for F-1 master’s degrees)

    $35,530.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University is $50,000 across 48 required credits.
    Is Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University online or in-person?
    Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University take to complete?
    Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00
    What work-permit options follow Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University?
    Post-completion work rights for Social Work, M.S.W at Saint Louis University: 12 months OPT (US standard for F-1 master’s degrees)