Program Overview
The Social Work at University of Minnesota Duluth 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 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Duluth, 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
- We offer a hybrid model of course delivery, meaning most students are only on campus one day a week!
- We have a special commitment to American Indians with strong linkages to the American Indian community and specialized course content.
- We have scholarship and educational opportunities for students focusing on child welfare.
- Our advanced generalist model is ideally suited for work in rural areas, as well as urban settings.
- The program allows the flexibility to pursue your areas of interest by tailoring electives and practicum placements.
- Over half of our MSW students receive scholarships to help pay for their education.
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).
- A bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. The bachelor\'s degree should include a solid background in the liberal arts (courses in the arts, humanities, and behavioral and social sciences). Applicants should be knowledgeable about diverse cultures, social problems, social conditions, and the social, psychological, and biological determinants of human behavior.
- Completion of at least 15 semester credits (or 24 quarter credits) in two or more social science disciplines, such as sociology, psychology, economics, anthropology or political science.
- Strong academic preparation as demonstrated by undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0. The Graduate School normal standard for admission is a minimal undergraduate GPA of 3.0. However, the MSW program is allowed to make a limited number of exceptions.
- Potential to contribute to the social work profession.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,147 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Minnesota Duluth 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 University of Minnesota Duluth
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, United States
The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) is a public university in Duluth, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the University of Minnesota System. UMD offers 17 bachelor's degrees in 87...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months