Why University of Houston?
The online Master of Social Work program offered by University of Houston recruits applicants interested in pursuing professional training in the field. The University of Houston, a very large public research university in Houston, Texas accepts applicants with an undergraduate degree in any subject.
GRE scores are required, and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 is expected.
Program Snapshot
| University Name | University of Houston |
| Location | Houston |
| State | Texas |
| Niche.com Grade | A- |
| Name of Degree | Master of Social Work |
| School or Department Administering Program | School of Social Work |
| Credits | 63 |
| Cost per credit | $884.00 |
| Tuition for Entire Program | $55,692 |
| Test Requirements | GRE Required |
| Minimum GPA | 3.00 |
| Prerequisite Courses and Skills | none |
| Campus Visit Required? | No Visit Required |
| Typical Time to Complete | 3 years |
| When Can Students Start the Program? | Fall |
| Program Concentrations | Clinical Practice; Macro Practice |
| Synchronous Classes | No |
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| Does the Program Include a Capstone? | No |
| Does the Program Include a Practicum or Internship? | Yes |
| Other Features that Make the Program Unique | Trauma Education Program; Global Leaders of Behavioral Health Education; Political Social Work; Abolitionist Social Work; Mental Health Advanced Practice in Social Work Program; Nonprofit Leadership Alliance |
| Program Objectives |
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| Program Description | This 63-credit program prepares students to specialize in either clinical practice or macro (administrative and community) practice as social workers. The curriculum and student groups are adapted to the needs of serving marginalized communities. A capstone is not required but all students must complete a practicum. |
What will I Learn?
The University of Houston online Master of Social Work program provides essentials of knowledge and skills for professional social work practice, including ethics, values, and an understanding of the impact of racism, sexism, and other prejudices and structures. Graduates and faculty contribute to the social work profession through research and improvement of practice and policy.
Foundations of Social Work is an introductory course required for all students. Students learn about their clients in Human Diversity & Development and Confronting Oppression and Injustice. Students learn key professional skills in Practice Skills, and in Field Practicum I, II, III and IV. Leadership and administrative topics are covered in Policy in the Social Environment, Research, Assessment, and Advanced Social Policy Analysis.
Students can choose to specialize in one of the following concentrations: Macro Practice, Clinical Practice.
How much will the program cost?
Students finish their degree within 3 years and pay $884.00 per credit for a total of 63 credits, or $55,692 in total.
How does the program fit into my life?
All classes are asynchronous, meaning that students complete coursework on their own schedule each week, including watching pre-recorded lectures and participating in online discussion. No campus visit is required. Students can enter the program in Fall. Most students complete the program within 3 years.
Summary
Students in the University of Houston Master of Social Work online program can participate in a number of student groups and programs including the Trauma Education Program, Global Leaders of Behavioral Health Education, Political Social Work, Abolitionist Social Work, the Mental Health Advanced Practice in Social Work Program, and the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. The program is in the middle of the range in terms of cost. Students can follow one of two concentrations, within a flexible asynchronous course modality.