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    Master of Social Work

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    Victoria, CAMSWHybrid2 years
    CA$14,005.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    45%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    31
    Credits
    CA$172.00
    App fee

    Master of Social Work at University of Victoria is a 31-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSW program based in Victoria, CA. Tuition is CA$14,005.

    About the program

    Offers Advanced, Indigenous Specialization, and Foundation tracks focusing on decolonization, anti-racism, Indigenous resurgence, feminism, 2SLGBTQ+ liberation, disability justice, and social justice in social work practice, research, and education. Includes core coursework, field education or thesis options.

    Focus: both
    358 (QS World University Rankings 2026)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Nov 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 on the Internet Based TOEFL (IBT), with the following minimum section requirements: Listening 20; Speaking 20; Reading 20; Writing 20. Equivalent scores on IELTS or MELAB are accepted.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Equivalent scores on IELTS accepted (specifics on graduate admissions page: overall 6.5, no band below 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years (Canada PGWP)

    CA$15,992.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Social Work at University of Victoria cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Social Work at University of Victoria is CA$14,005 across 31 required credits.
    Is Master of Social Work at University of Victoria online or in-person?
    Master of Social Work at University of Victoria is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Social Work at University of Victoria take to complete?
    Master of Social Work at University of Victoria is structured around 2 years and 31 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Social Work at University of Victoria?
    Per the program's published guidance: 5.0/9.0 (B) or 6.0/9.0 (B+) depending on the program stream
    How competitive is Master of Social Work at University of Victoria?
    Master of Social Work at University of Victoria reports an acceptance rate of approximately 45%.