Program Overview
The Master of Social Work at University of Akron is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Master of Social Work programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 726 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 421 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Akron, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Social Work Administration
- Dynamics of Racism & Discrimination
- Community Organization & Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Each first-time application to the\nGraduate School must be accompanied by an application fee. The fee for domestic\nstudents is $45. The fee for domestic reapplications is $45.\xc2\xa0 The\xc2\xa0Graduate Application\xc2\xa0should be submitted to the Graduate School with a\nnon-refundable application fee of $70 payable to The University of Akron. The\nfee for international reapplications is $45. Application fees will\xc2\xa0not\xc2\xa0be waived or deferred. Applications that\ndo not accompany the application fee will not be processed. The Graduate School must also receive an official\ntranscript from each college or university attended before the application will\nbe processed. This applies to the complete academic record, both undergraduate\nand graduate. Transcripts should be sent from the institutions attended\ndirectly to the Graduate School. The applicant is responsible for seeing that\nthe above conditions are met by the deadlines for filing applications.
Admission Requirements
- Three letters of recommendation
- 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\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 726 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 421 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 726 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 421 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Akron directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Akron
University of Akron
Akron, United States
University of Akron is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 48 months