Program Overview
The Social Work at Eastern Michigan University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 72 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 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: 72 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,100 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 597 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Ypsilanti, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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 Policies and the Social Work Profession
- Ethics and the Social Work Profession
- Generalist Social Work Practice with Individuals
- Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Individuals and Families
- Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Groups, Organizations and Communities
- Generalist Social Work Practice with Families
- Social Work Practice with Women and Girls
- Social Work Evaluation and Research: Quantitative & Qualitative Methods
- Social Work with People of Color: A Strengths Perspective
- Generalist Social Work Practice with Groups
- Generalist Social Work Practice with Communities
- Generalist Field Experience
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
Bachelor Degree (Full Program)- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university must be completed prior to matriculation. Candidates may apply while their degree is in progress, but degree completion demonstrated by an official transcript is necessary prior to beginning coursework in the MSW Program. In addition, a course in Human Biology with a grade of C or better is required or can be met in the first semester of the program under a conditional status.
Grade Point Average (Full Program) -A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required at the time of application. This GPA can be attained with a cumulative undergraduate or a completed graduate degree. A cumulative undergraduate GPA includes all college courses taken prior to receiving a bachelor degree.
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) - The GRE is not required for admission.
Personal Statement - Applicants complete a personal statement that speaks to their readiness for graduate studies and connection our mission.
Reference Letters - Professional reference letters are required. Strong letters would be from professional that could speak to the applicant\xc2\x92s academic strengths, professionalism and/or readiness for master level social work. Three reference forms along with letters on professional stationary are required.
Experience - Professional experience in the human services field, both paid and unpaid, is weighed in the decision-making process. This includes paid work experience, volunteer experience and internships.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,100 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 597 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,100 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 597 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Eastern Michigan University 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 Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, United States
Eastern Michigan University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 72 months