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Master of Social Work in Advanced Standing
- Grand Junction, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A CSWE-accredited advanced clinical social work master's with a two-year path and a nine-month advanced standing path.
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
- Explain key concepts in Social Work in Advanced Standing. Apply knowledge in areas including two-year path: 45 credits for applicants with a non-social-work bachelor's. Advanced. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Clinical practice
- community organizations
- healthcare systems
- social service agencies
Curriculum
- Two-year path: 45 credits for applicants with a non-social-work bachelor's. Advanced standing path: 27 credits and 600 hours of field practicum in nine months
- starting in summer. Both prepare specialised clinical social workers focused on social justice and community.
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
3
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 | 44 |
| 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 leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $11,880 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,328 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL PBT 550.