Master of Social Work at Appalachian State University

The Social Work is a Master degree offered by Appalachian State University at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 1 year to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Master of Social Work

Help those in need.

App State's Master of Social Work program, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), will aid you in engaging in advanced social work practice and making a difference in your community.

In as little as two years, you can develop the clinical knowledge, professional skills and personal competencies to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people – from children in foster care, to individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders. Training includes coursework in leadership and supervisory skills, as well as program planning and administration.

App State's master's degree in Social Work is also offered fully online – learn more by visiting App State Online.

Disciplines

Human Services

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Social Work at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Social Work

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

Social Worker
Clinical Social Worker
School Social Worker
Hospital Social Worker
Medical Social Worker
Hospice Social Worker
Child Protective Services Worker
Adult Protective Services Worker
Agency Director
Supervisor / Administrator
Policy Worker
Advocate
Community Organizer
and more

Employers

With an MSW degree, individuals will be prepared for clinical licensure as well as direct practice and supervisory or administrative positions in:

Hospitals and nursing homes
Health departments
Mental health centers
Child and family service agencies (including adoption, counseling, foster care)
Substance abuse programs
Group homes and residential education programs
Schools
Adult and juvenile correctional facilities
Departments of social services
Adult and child welfare services
Disability services
Housing programs and shelters
Domestic violence programs
Advocacy agencies
Legislative offices
Military branches
Community development / community planning organizations
Non-governmental / community-based organizations
Non-profit / grassroots organizations
International programs / development
Other public and private human service agencies and programs

Career information resource

App State's Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

Alumna Profile: Denise Presnell '93 '17

App State alumna and adjunct instructor Denise Presnell '93 '17 has made it her mission to educate and inform the High Country about trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and resiliency.
Alumna Profile: Crystal Kelly '00 '09

Recently named a Pritzker Fellow by the National Collaborative for Infants and Toddlers, Kelly is leading efforts to build a coordinated and improved early childhood system in Watauga County.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Social Work at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of Social Work at Appalachian State University

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Master of Social Work at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone