Master of Social Work
- Chicago, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 2-year course or thesis master programme in Social Work at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Social Work can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
- Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
- And communicate findings to diverse audiences
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Social work service delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Across Canada and internationally
Curriculum
- Course route: seven courses
- A field internship
- A non-credit Pathway course and a Pathway Scholarship project. Thesis route: six courses
- Internship
- Pathway and a thesis. Requires two or three on-campus institutes of 7-10 days.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution
- Official or evaluated transcripts
- Programme-specific materials
- No university-wide minimum GPA
- Some programmes prefer 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Grade/academic selection criteria: No university-wide minimum
- Some programmes prefer 3.0 on 4.0
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Social Work admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,741 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Loop Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 58 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Social Work. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Scholarships
DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Social Work.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,741 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 6.5.
DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Social Work.