Program Overview
The Social Work at University of Texas El Paso 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
- Tuition: USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
- Location: El Paso, 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
- The Social Work Profession
- Theory and Practice with Individuals
- Theories and Practice with Families
- Clinical Assessment
- Social Policy
- Social Work in the Border Region
- Culturally Grounded Social Work Practice
- Theory and Practice with Groups
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).
Students considered for admission to the Master of Social Work program must meet the following criteria:
- An earned bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or international accrediting body
- A minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0
- An undergraduate course in statistics (within the past 5 years from point of admission with a grade of C or better)
- An undergraduate course in general biology, anatomy or physiology (grade of C or better)
- Official copy of the undergraduate transcript(s) and transcripts for all other relevant university work at accredited U.S. institutions or equivalent work and degrees at foreign institution.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Texas El Paso 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 Texas El Paso
University of Texas El Paso
United States
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a public research university in El Paso, Texas, United States. Founded in 1913 as the State School of Mines and Metallurgy, it is the third oldest...
University Profile- Application Deadline January 31, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months