Master of Arts [M.A] (Social Welfare)
2 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
11,220/Yr
11,220 /Yr
- This is a full-time, two-year program merging theory, leadership, and research with generalist and specialized fields of practice.
- Their curriculum is comprised of coursework and two separate year-long field placement components with social work agencies which allow students to actualize what they are learning in the classroom, providing holistic, integrated experiences.
- A total of 95 units of coursework in the department is required.
- Students must select an area of concentration spring quarter of their first year: social and economic justice, health and mental health across the life span, or child and family well-being.
- Students will complete and present an applied research project as their capstone for the program.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 11220 |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance | 3642 |
| International differential fee | 12245 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 3814 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) in all upper-division courses.
- Completion of one course in elementary statistics with a grade of B or better.
- Completion of a total of four (4) courses in the Socio-Behavioral Sciences (including one (1) course with Human Development content), and a minimum of three (3) courses in the Humanities, as a prerequisite undergraduate preparation for graduate study in the field of social work. (e.g., anthropology, economics, ethnic studies, education, gerontology, political science, public health, psychology, social ecology, social welfare, sociology, women’s studies).
- Submission of GRE (GRE: General is strongly recommended for those with a junior/senior GPA below 3.3) is compulsory for this program and it is recommended to submit the scores from tests taken within the last 5 years for a better chance of admission.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Scores Required
87 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
7.0 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
326 / 340
Avg. Score in
GRE
3 / 4
Minimum gpa
GPA
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have (preferably from professors, Ph.D.-level statisticians, or other Ph.D.-level scientists, but other letters are accepted).
- Statement of Purpose - The statement of purpose accompanying the application should why you seek an MSW at UCLA at this time and describe the following: Experiences that shaped your understanding of social welfare of a profession and what this understanding is; the abilities, experiences, and accomplishments that demonstrate your fit with UCLA's MSW program; and your specific career or educational goals.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Course Guides
Masters (MS) in USA: Colleges, Courses, Deadlines, Eligibility & Fees
Masters in Social Work in USA: Universities, Fees, Scholarships, and Placements
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Assistant Director.
- District Consultant.
- Documentation and Communication Officer.
- Humanitarian Values and PMER Officer.
- National Secretary of Community Development.
- Junior Research Fellow.
- Project Coordinator.
- Professor.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship per student 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| KC Mahindra Scholarship | Scholarship per student 5,542/Yr$5,542 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver |
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