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Social Work

Pacific University Oregon
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSW
Duration 24 months
Deadline Feb, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Hillsboro, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Social Work at Pacific University Oregon is a MSW 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Forest Grove, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Foundations of Social Welfare & Social Work
  2. Human Rights and Social Justice
  3. Social Work Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
  4. Social Work Human Behavior in the Social Environment II
  5. Social Work Generalist Practice I

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The Admissions Committee uses a holistic review process in considering applicants for admission, including factors such as:

  • Academic record
  • Community service and social work related experience
  • Communication skills
  • Strength of interview
  • Ability to work as an effective team member
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Commitment to the profession

Apply Online to the Master of Social Work Program.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,440 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Pacific University Oregon 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 Pacific University Oregon

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Pacific University Oregon

Hillsboro, United States

For more than 175 years, Pacific University has provided high-quality, high-access education that empowers students to uplift themselves and their communities. Founded as a school for orphans,...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Feb, 2027
  • Start Date Aug, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months