Program Overview
The Social Work at Humboldt State University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Arcata, 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
- Generalist Social Work Practice
- Social Work Practice in Native American and Rural Communities
- Foundation Internship & Seminar
- Human Development, Diversity, & Relationships: Change through the Life Course
- Social Policy
- Dynamics of Groups, Agencies, Organizations, and Communities
- Foundation Internship & Seminar
- Generalist Practice
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 3 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).
In order to be considered for the Master of Social Work Program, applicants must:
- Meet general requirements for admission to Graduate Study at Humboldt State University.
- Meet admission requirements of HSU Department of Social Work.
The minimum requirements for admission to the Master of Social Work Program are as follows:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited higher education institution.
- GPA of 3.0 or better on a scale of 4.0 for the last 60 hours of course work.
- Liberal arts background demonstrated by having met the CSU general education requirements or a comparable course of study as an undergraduate.
- Completion with a grade of \xc2\x93C\xc2\x94 or better in Elementary Statistics (Math, Psychology or Sociology).*
- Completion with a grade of \xc2\x93C\xc2\x94 or better in a course related to Native American Studies.*
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,476 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Humboldt State 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 Humboldt State University
Humboldt State University
Arcata, United States
Humboldt State 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- Application Deadline 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months