Program Overview
The Social Work at Arkansas State University is a MSc 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 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Jonesboro, 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
- prepared to acknowledge and utilize the less formal social exchange between people and systems that exist in rural communities.
- educated on how to identify and develop resources, and how to use natural helping networks.
- expected to employ a broad range of approaches, theories and models in their practice and to develop skills that enable them to perform multiple roles in the helping process.
- aware of the importance of examining issues of diversity; social work values and ethics; how to identify, prevent and interrupt social and economic injustice; and the importance of community empowerment.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applying to the Graduate School
- Personal & Professional Orientation Paper (see details on pg. 2 of Social Work Application)
- Department of Social Work Applicant Reference Form
- Recommendation letters
- Transcripts (GPA in last 60 hours of the undergraduate degree)
- Standard Program - 3.0 GPA
- Advanced Standing Program - 3.2 GPA
- Resume
Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School. Submit the completed application form, required application fee, and official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work to the Graduate School.
Completed Social Work Application turned in to the Graduate School with the following:
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Arkansas State 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 Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, United States
Arkansas State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 24 months