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    Social Work MS.W

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    Minneapolis, USMSWIn-person2 years
    $46,958.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    75%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    53
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 53-credit, 2-year, in-person MSW program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $46,958.

    About the program

    Prepares students for advanced social work practice and leadership in clinical mental health, community practice, families and children, and health, disability and aging. Includes foundational and advanced courses plus extensive practicum hours.

    Focus: coursework
    51 (US News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,496.00
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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 MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $46,958 across 53 required credits.
    Is Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 2 years and 53 credits.
    What GPA is required for Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or higher
    How competitive is Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Social Work MS.W at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reports an acceptance rate of approximately 75%.