Hayward,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work - Community Mental Health in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay
California State University, East Bay
|
Hayward United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
20,319
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Social Work provides graduate education culminating in a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree. This curriculum prepares social work professionals for both leadership roles and hands-on practice, with accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education. Emphasizing multicultural perspectives, the program equips graduates to serve in nonprofit organizations and public institutions while developing expertise in assisting varied populations within urban settings.
California State University, East Bay's Master of Social Work program aims to produce culturally aware urban practitioners specializing in Children, Youth, and Families as well as Community Mental Health. Graduates gain the skills to meet the needs of individuals, families, groups, and communities affected by systemic disparities related to socioeconomic status and identity factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, migration status, faith, caste, and other social inequities. The program's foundation lies in promoting advocacy and systemic transformation to combat these injustices. We aspire to develop a diverse network of change agents who will collaborate with communities to dismantle oppressive structures.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The M.S.W. degree program is open to students planning a career in social work who have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and who have earned an overall grade point average of 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale). Students with a GPA below 2.8 may be admitted based on an evaluation of their student profile, including work experience, resume, letters of recommendation, and personal statement (see below).
In addition to the online university application at CALSTATE Apply, all applicants should submit:
A completed departmental application form,
A personal statement (3 pages) with their application stating their reasons for pursuing the M.S.W. degree, describing their relevant work experience, and explaining their past academic performance,
Three letters of recommendation (letters from prior instructors and/or supervisors preferred), and
A resume. Successful experience in social work or social work-related positions will be considered in evaluating applications.
Admission to the university and admission to the M.S.W. degree program are separate steps. It is suggested that application for admission to the university be filed together with the form for entry into the degree program.
English language demonstration is required for all applicants processed in International Admissions. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT version or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic version of the exams.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 80
IELTS Academic Overall Score - 6.5
In addition to the online university application at CALSTATE Apply, all applicants should submit:
A completed departmental application form,
A personal statement (3 pages) with their application stating their reasons for pursuing the M.S.W. degree, describing their relevant work experience, and explaining their past academic performance,
Three letters of recommendation (letters from prior instructors and/or supervisors preferred), and
A resume. Successful experience in social work or social work-related positions will be considered in evaluating applications.
Admission to the university and admission to the M.S.W. degree program are separate steps. It is suggested that application for admission to the university be filed together with the form for entry into the degree program.
English language demonstration is required for all applicants processed in International Admissions. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT version or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic version of the exams.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 80
IELTS Academic Overall Score - 6.5
Tuition
USD
20,319