Location
United States
Qualification
Master degree
Fees
USD15206
(2026)
Duration
7 Semester(s)
Next intake
18.08.2026
Entry Score
6.5
IELTSCourse info
Standard MSW Track
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Duration: 7 Semester(s)
Fees: USD15206
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| Fall (August), 2026 | HIGHLAND HEIGHTS |
| Spring (January), 2027 | HIGHLAND HEIGHTS |
Entry requirements for Northern Kentucky University
Standard MSW Degree Eligibility
To be eligible for admission to the Standard MSW Program, applicants must meet the following qualifications:
A bachelor\u2019s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, with a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Undergraduate foundation courses, completed with a C or higher, in psychology, sociology, and statistics.
Advanced Standing MSW Program Eligibility
To be eligible for admission to the Advanced Standing MSW Program, applicants must meet the following qualifications:
A CSWE-accredited bachelor\u2019s in social work (BSW) degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a total cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
A statistics course with a final grade of a C or higher
A minimum of 3.5 GPA in social work courses
English Language Requirements:
TOEFL: 79 IBT or 550 PBT
IELTS: 6.5 band
Advanced Standing: Summer deadline: April 15
Application Deadline
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Further information
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Northern Kentucky University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
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