Program Overview
The Social Work at Richard Stockton College is a Master of SocialWork 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 914 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 594 (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
- Human Behavior and the Social Environment
- Social Organizations and Environments
- Social Welfare Policy
- Foundation Social Work Practice I
- Field I
- Human Behavior and the Social Environment II
- Social Work Research
- Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity: Implications for Social Work Practice
- Foundation Social Work Practice 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).
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- Adequate foundation in the liberal arts (at least 24 credits, as demonstrated in your official transcript);
- Facility in a second language (other than English) will be considered a strength in the applicant\'s file.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 914 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 594 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 914 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 594 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Richard Stockton College 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 Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Galloway, United States
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months