Bachelor of Social Work
- Saint Leo, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A 2-year course or thesis master programme in Social Work at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): 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
- Secondary school completion with official NACES credential evaluation
- Minimum 2.0/4.0 GPA (holistic review for borderline cases)
- Letter of recommendation
- Passport copy
- Certificate of Finance and bank statement for the I-20
- SAT/ACT not required. Nursing BSN is limited access.
Minimum GPA
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 71
- PTE Academic 59
- Duolingo 105
- IELTS Academic 6
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and deadlines (official website the catalog lists priority dates of Jan. 1 for fall and Nov. 1 for spring. Apply online at official website 3. Upload passport copy
- Resume
- Unofficial transcripts with a NACES credential evaluation
- A letter of recommendation or statement of purpose
- English scores. No SAT/ACT required. Receive the offer and pay the 500 USD enrollment deposit. Submit the Certificate of Finance and a bank statement (last 6 months) to receive the I-20
- Then apply for the F-1 visa. Register with the Center for Global Engagement on arrival and attend mandatory orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $36,380 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $1,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | University Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Health Professions |
| Department | Social Work |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Saint Leo University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Saint Leo University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $36,380 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $1,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,720 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 71, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo 105, IELTS Academic 6. An interview is required.
Saint Leo University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.