Akron,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Work in Akron United States | University of Akron
University of Akron
|
Akron United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Social Work Program launched in January 1995 and holds accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education.
Our MSW curriculum equips students for advanced professional social work practice. It offers a strong academic foundation, practical skill-building opportunities, and an educational approach that values human diversity as beneficial to society.
Social work's fundamental aim is to enhance societal welfare, particularly for marginalized groups. At The University of Akron's School of Social Work and Family Sciences, we'll equip you with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to become skilled practitioners capable of driving social transformation and advancing social justice to better people's lives.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Three letters of recommendation (forms from the School of Social Work)
Current resume
Essay of three to five pages explaining:
Why applicant wants to be a social worker
Why a graduate degree in social work is necessary to fulfill professional/personal objectives
Views on diversity in society
A situation in which applicant was the recipient/provider of help, emotionally, socially, or economically, and how this impacted desire to pursue an advanced degree in social work
Application Checklist
Preferred Program Format Form
IELTS-6.5, TOEFL IBT-79
Minimum 2.50 GPA, based on a 4-point scale (Note: the minimum GPA for assistantship eligibility is 2.75)
Current resume
Essay of three to five pages explaining:
Why applicant wants to be a social worker
Why a graduate degree in social work is necessary to fulfill professional/personal objectives
Views on diversity in society
A situation in which applicant was the recipient/provider of help, emotionally, socially, or economically, and how this impacted desire to pursue an advanced degree in social work
Application Checklist
Preferred Program Format Form
IELTS-6.5, TOEFL IBT-79
Minimum 2.50 GPA, based on a 4-point scale (Note: the minimum GPA for assistantship eligibility is 2.75)
Tuition
USD
19,192