Bakersfield,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work in Bakersfield United States | California State University, Bakersfield
California State University, Bakersfield
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Bakersfield United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,886
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The social work field is dedicated to supporting marginalized groups and championing policies that advance fairness and equality. The Social Work Department provides a Master of Social Work (MSW) program designed to equip students for high-level generalist practice. Alumni gain expertise to assist clients across various settings, including mental healthcare, physical wellness, child and family services, aging populations, criminal justice systems, youth programs, and addiction recovery. This curriculum includes 60 credit hours of coursework, a 960-hour field placement, and a final capstone project.
The curriculum features both foundational and specialized courses, helping students cultivate the competencies and principles essential for advanced generalist social work. Learners can choose full-time or part-time enrollment. Those holding a recent BSW from an accredited institution may qualify for advanced standing.
CSU Bakersfield's Social Work Department aims to develop practitioners and leaders skilled in advanced generalist methods. Alumni demonstrate the expertise, ethical grounding, and abilities needed to effectively serve diverse populations while employing evidence-based approaches. The department focuses on enhancing Central Valley communities through culturally aware services, equitable solutions, and ongoing professional development.
The MSW program objectives include:
Developing advanced practitioners who embody social work values and professional identity
Equipping graduates for continuous career advancement and skill enhancement
Training future leaders for collaborative roles in community settings
Preparing autonomous practitioners capable of navigating complex systems and diverse populations throughout the lifespan
Teaching research-informed practice evaluation techniques
Empowering advocates for human rights and socioeconomic equity
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with a liberal arts foundation from a recognized college or university. For degrees earned in the United States, this means the degree must be from an institution that is accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations.
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 (on a four-point scale)
A completed departmental application.
Official sealed copies of transcripts from all colleges attended.
A personal statement completed according to guidelines in the application.
Three letters of reference.
University application fee.
Computer literacy
IELTS 6.5
In addition to meeting the requirements for admission given above, international students must take TOEFL and have a score of 550 or higher (or 80 on the new conversion scale for the computer-based TOEFL exam).
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 (on a four-point scale)
A completed departmental application.
Official sealed copies of transcripts from all colleges attended.
A personal statement completed according to guidelines in the application.
Three letters of reference.
University application fee.
Computer literacy
IELTS 6.5
In addition to meeting the requirements for admission given above, international students must take TOEFL and have a score of 550 or higher (or 80 on the new conversion scale for the computer-based TOEFL exam).
Tuition
USD
13,886