Social Work

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Steps to Apply

• Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account

  Step 1   Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option

  

• Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal

  Step 2  Sign into the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"

  

• Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields

  Step 3   Choose "Graduate," select your student type (domestic or international), select "Master's," term, then choose  Social Work and complete the remainder of the form.

  

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Cost

Credits to complete this program: 37 to 63 credit hours depending on entry

Frequently Asked Questions

• What accreditations apply to this program?

  This program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

• Does a student's undergraduate degree have to be related to this field? What are the prerequisites?

  A Bachelor of Social Work is required for the Advanced Track entry. 

  The Traditional Track entry is for applicants with non-Social Work bachelor’s degrees from accredited universities.

• Does this program require the GRE?

  No, the GRE is not required.

• Are the courses for this program asynchronous or synchronous?

  This program is delivered through a combination of asynchronous and synchronous formats. Students must use a laptop or PC to participate and complete assignments.

• What percentage of synchronous courses should I expect to have?

  Most classes will have at least some synchronous meetings, with the advanced practice courses meeting every week. 

• What are the traditional meeting times for the synchronous courses, and how often are they held?

  Typically, the synchronous courses meet at 6:00 p.m. EST approximately once a week.

• Are there any on-campus requirements, meetings, orientations, etc.?

  No, there are no on-campus requirements for this program.

• Does this program require fieldwork?

  Fieldwork is required. Advanced Standing students (those with a BSW) have one internship of 600 hours over 2 semesters. Traditional students (those without a BSW) have two internships—one for 480 hours over 2 semesters and one for 600 hours over 2 semesters. The 480 hours work out to approximately 16 hours/week and the 600 hours work out to approximately 20 hours/week.

• Is this program designed to meet the needs of adults who work full-time and/or have family obligations?

  Since this program's coursework can be taken 100% online, it is ideal for those with existing professional and/or familial obligations.

• What is the time to completion?

  Full-time students pursuing the traditional entry tract typically take 2 years to complete the program. Those pursuing the advanced standing track typically complete the program in 1 year. 
  
  

  Part-time students pursuing the traditional entry track typically take 4 years to complete the program. Those pursuing the advanced standing track typically complete the program in 2 years. 

• Are scholarships available? 

  • While the department does not offer scholarships, there are some social-work specific scholarship opportunities through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. 
  • The department has 1 full-time GA (and several part-time) as well as 2 tuition scholarships. Students must be full-time to qualify.
  • Students are also encouraged to visit the Paying for Graduate School website for information regarding ETSU graduate scholarships and other financial resources.