Overview

In addition to a rigorous academic challenge, service-learning and internships (called field placements in social work education) are required. Students are offered opportunities to participate in the school student organization and honor society.

Key Features

The mission of the Social Work program from University of North Carolina Wilmington is to educate students in generalist social work practice, engage students in scholarly inquiry and community service and instill the values of ethical practice, social justice, self-determination, empowerment and honoring diverse populations.

Guided by a strengths perspective of generalist practice, the School of Social Work prepares students for practice with individuals, families, groups and communities, and for advanced study in social work and other related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts of Modern Biology

American National Government

General Psychology

Sociology

Basic Working Relationship Skills

Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wilmington, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Completed online application.

Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).

Essay & short answer

An official transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified), of grades from secondary school.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22597 USD / year

≈ 22597 USD / year
Out-of-State

22597 USD / year

≈ 22597 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4443 USD / year

≈ 4443 USD / year

Living costs

Wilmington

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Wilmington

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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