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    Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.)

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    Los Angeles, USMSWIn-person2 years
    $87,156.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    32%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    125
    Cohort
    students
    91
    Credits
    $140.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles is a 91-credit, 2-year, in-person MSW program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $87,156.

    About the program

    Two-year full-time or three-year part-time program with core curriculum in social welfare policy, human behavior, generalist practice, research, and statistics, plus practicum placements. Second year focuses on one of three concentrations: Health and Mental Health Across the Life Span, Social and Economic Justice, or Child and Family Well-Being.

    Focus: both
    US News #8
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum overall score on TOEFL iBT: 87 (for exams taken before January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum overall band score on IELTS Academic: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles is $87,156 across 91 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles online or in-person?
    Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles take to complete?
    Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles is structured around 2 years and 91 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (B)
    How competitive is Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Master of Social Welfare (M.S.W.) at University of California-Los Angeles reports an acceptance rate of approximately 32%.