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Master of Social Work in Foundation

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of Social Work at Colorado Mesa University, 74 semester credit hours.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate knowledge of Social Work in Foundation. Apply concepts and skills introduced in the curriculum
including SOWK 510 History and Philosophy of Social Work. Communicate findings and complete discipline-appropriate tasks.

Career outcomes

Professional social worker in schools
Hospitals
Mental health clinics
Senior centers
Private practice
Prisons

Curriculum

SOWK 510 History and Philosophy of Social Work
SOWK 511 Human Behavior and Social Environment
SOWK 512 Social Justice in Social Work Practice
SOWK 513 Social Work Theory and Practice with Individuals and Families
SOWK 514 Social Work Theory and Practice with Groups
Organizations
and Communities
SOWK 515 Social Work Policy and Practice
SOWK 516 Psychopathology for Social Work Practice
SOWK 521 Advanced Ethical
Legal
and Professional Issues in Social Work Practice
SOWK 522 Clinical Supervision and Leadership in Social Work Practice
SOWK 523 Advanced Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families
SOWK 524 Advanced Social Work Practice with Groups
Organizations
and Communities
SOWK 525 Social Work Research and Program Evaluation

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor degree from an accredited institution
Foreign credentials evaluated by TEC
ECE
WES or another NACES member
Nursing and physician assistant applicants contact international admissions about the evaluation process
Proof of funds for one year of tuition plus living costs

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree from an accredited institution; foreign credentials evaluated by TEC, ECE, WES or another NACES member; nursing and physician assistant applicants contact international admissions about the evaluation process; proof of funds for one year of tuition plus living costs

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 80
TOEFL PBT 550

Documents you’ll need

Passport Identification Page
Official Academic Transcripts
Prior Degree Certificate
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Financial Support Evidence
English Proficiency Evidence if Required

How to apply

Review the graduate program entry criteria. Prepare prior degree records and relevant supporting documents. Check language proficiency requirements. Submit the graduate application and pay any applicable fee. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$11,880 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus (Grand Junction)
Faculty or school	Academic program division requires confirmation.
Department	Department of Social Work
Teaching language	English
Credit value	74
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	International Student Merit Scholarship 4,500 USD per semester for 3.0 GPA (university-level; confirm graduate eligibility)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.