Program Overview
The Social Work at Indiana University Northwest is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Gary, 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
- SWK-S 501 Professional Social Work at the Masters Level: An Immersion
- SWK-S 502 Research I
- SWK-S 503 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I
- SWK-S 504 Professional Practice Skills I
- SWK-S 505 Social Policy Analysis and Practice
- SWK-S 513 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II
- SWK-S 514 Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups II
- SWK-S 516 Social Work Practice II: Organizations, Communities, Societies
- SWK-S 517 Assessment in Mental Health and Addictions
- SWK-S 555 Social Work Practicum I (320 total hours)
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 3.45 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).
The Office of Admissions does not handle admission to graduate programs. Students
should be referred to the appropriate academic department or the University Graduate
School.
All students who are interested in IU need to be aware of the high school prerequisites before applying to IU. Applicants should complete at least 34 credits (or semesters) of college-preparatory courses, advanced placement courses, and/or college courses in high school. We focus mainly on the academic performance and preparation of the applicant throughout high school.
IU has competitive admission requirements; while reviewing an application,
It is important to stress that IU looks at a combination of factors when making admission decisions.
You can share standards, but only Admissions staff members can assess a student\xc2\x92s admissibility. Though we will consider additional factors, our admissions decisions are primarily based on academics.
Freshman Standards
- Middle 50% for admitted students for fall 2013:
- 3.45-4.0 GPA
- 1110-1290 SAT (critical reading/math only)
- 25-30 ACT (composite)
Additional Factors
- Class rank
- Academic program
- Grade trends
- Personal statements
- Essays
- Letters of recommendation
Standardized Tests
- SAT or ACT are required.
- There is no minimum score for admission to IU.
- IU super scores* both SAT and ACT.
- High scores mean scholarship, honors, and direct admission opportunities
International Students
International Admissions - Requirements and Standards
IU has over 5,000 international students on campus, representing more than 130
countries. An international student is any student who does not hold U.S. citizenship
or immigrant/permanent resident status in the United States.
For more information about International Admissions process and standards, have
the students contact the Office of International Services
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Indiana University Northwest
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, United States
Indiana University Northwest is a public university in Gary, Indiana, United States. It is one of seven regional campuses of Indiana University and was established in 1963. The university enrolls...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months