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    Social Work (MSW)

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    Honolulu, USMSWIn-person2 years
    $79,914.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    78%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    57
    Credits
    $45.00
    App fee

    Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 57-credit, 2-year, in-person MSW program based in Honolulu, US. Tuition is $79,914.

    About the program

    The MSW program prepares professional social workers for advanced practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities in four fields of service: children and families, behavioral mental health, health and gerontology. It includes generalist curriculum in social welfare policy, human behavior, research, practice, and field education, plus specialist curriculum and electives.

    Focus: both
    US News: 51
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,234.00
    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 (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is $79,914 across 57 required credits.
    Is Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa online or in-person?
    Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in-person.
    How long does Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa take to complete?
    Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is structured around 2 years and 57 credits.
    How competitive is Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa reports an acceptance rate of approximately 78%.
    What work-permit options follow Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Post-completion work rights for Social Work (MSW) at University of Hawaii at Manoa: 12 months OPT (US)