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Program Description for Social Work, Master of	View Basket

Provider

Western Michigan University - Southwest

Date of last update

10/21/2011

Description

Social Work is projected to be among the top growth field this decade. Individuals with a Master of Social Work degree will find rewarding job opportunities, and will maximize the impact they have on clients. Social Workers practice in a wide range of settings, including counseling agencies, mental health clinics, corrections facilities, neighborhood community centers, schools, family and child welfare agencies, legislative offices, and industry. The M.S.W. faculty emphasize substantial personal attention and contact with students, both in the classroom and in developing and supervising practicum experiences in the field. The cohort system affords students the opportunity to build relationships and professional contacts with their peers as they progress through the program.

Contact Name

Amy Tuley

Contact Phone Number

(269) 934-1500

Contact URL

sw.wmich.edu/programs/SocialWork/

Course Length

60 Credit Hours

Admission Requirements

Applications are accepted for the Full-time, Extended-study, and Advanced-standing programs beginning October 1 each year. The deadline for Advanced-standing applications is January 15; the priority deadline for Full-time and Extended-study applications is March 15. Applications received after the March 15 priority deadline will be considered if room is available.

Credential Earned

Other

Other Credential Description

Master's Degree

Sources of Financial Assistance Accepted

Individual Training Accounts, Financial Aid

Estimated Waiting Period to Enter Program

3 Weeks

License Fee for Employment

Program Cost

$29,060

Additional Costs

Internship/Externship Required

New Program

Completion Rate

97.7%

Number of Graduates in the last year

Employment Rate

Not Available

Follow-up information is available for 21 out of 86 graduates:

Number Employed:	20
Number in Related Training:	0
Number in the Military:	0
Number Self-Employed:	0
Number not in any of these categories:	1

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Training-Related Placement Rate

Not Available

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Average Starting Wage

Not Available

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