Program Overview
The Social Work at Kutztown University 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 850 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 572 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, 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
- Foundations in Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Foundations in Social Work Practice with Individuals
- Foundations of Social Welfare Policies
- Foundations of Social Work Research Methods
- Foundations of Social Work Practice with Groups and Families
- Foundations of Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities
- Foundation Internship I
- Integrated Generalist Social Work Practice Seminar I
- Foundation Internship II
- Integrated Generalist Social Work Practice Seminar II
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).
- Application for Graduate AdmissionGRE , MAT, LSAT, GMAT or other graduate test scores - Not required for Baccalaureate of Social Work (BSW) degree holders and other Master\'s Degree Holders
- Official transcripts\xc2\xa0
- Application Fee
- Three professional letters of recommendation (If possible: one from an academic advisor, one additional academic reference, and one employer reference)\xc2\xa0
- Personal and Social Issues Essay** (Waived for KU BSW Holders)
- TOEFL scores (international students only; score of at least 550 required-paper version/ 79 for internet based test)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 850 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 572 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 850 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 572 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kutztown 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 Kutztown University
Kutztown University
Kutztown, United States
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, commonly known as Kutztown University (KU), is a public university in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-30
- Language English
- Duration 24 months