Overview

The Social Work programme at Wright State University provides students with a comprehensive foundation in generalist practice to support individuals, families, and communities. This degree is designed to foster ethical practitioners who operate from a strengths-based perspective to promote social and economic justice. Students engage in a rigorous academic environment that encourages professional growth and lifelong learning.

Why Social Work at Wright State University?

Choosing this programme means joining a curriculum that has maintained continuous accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education since 1974. This ensures that the teaching and faculty standards meet high national benchmarks. Students benefit from extensive regional partnerships, providing access to over 100 agencies for practical training. Furthermore, qualified graduates may be eligible for advanced standing in master's degree programmes, potentially completing a postgraduate qualification in just one year.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 11000 per semester
National fee: USD 11000 per semester
Local fee: USD 5908 per semester

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Syllabus

The interdisciplinary curriculum focuses on generalist practice across various social service settings. Modules may include:

Social Work
Gerontology
Social Justice and Well-being
Empowerment and Strengths Perspective
Ethical Practice
Generalist Practice

Careers with Social Work

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in public, voluntary, and for-profit organisations. The programme meets the educational requirements for becoming a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Ohio, which can lead to higher salary potential and supervisory opportunities. Recent alumni have secured positions in various sectors, including:

Adoption and Children’s services
Mental health centres and hospitals
County prosecutor and probation offices
Emergency housing and family services
Older adult living facilities
Public schools and victim crisis intervention
Probation and parole boards

The degree also prepares students for emerging fields such as addictions, child welfare, and criminal justice. Clinical paths are available for those interested in mental health evaluation and therapeutic techniques.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Work

Human Behavior in the Social Environment: Life Course

Human Behavior in the Social Environment: Society

Ethics and Social Work Practice

Social and Economic Justice

Social Work Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dayton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

International Application Checklist

Submit a copy of your passport information page showing your photo, name, and date of birth.

Complete the admission application and submit your $30 non-refundable application fee.

Refer to the Required Documents section to find a list of missing documents. Upload your documents in either PDF or JPEG format.

Upload your complete, official academic record from ALL high schools, secondary schools, colleges, and/or universities, or intensive English programs you have attended.

Submit an I-20 request form and current official bank statement in U.S. dollars.

Submit your SAT scores/ACT scores. These are not mandatory, but help in scholarship decisions.

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

22000 USD / year

≈ 22000 USD / year
Out-of-State

22000 USD / year

≈ 22000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11816 USD / year

≈ 11816 USD / year

Living costs

Dayton

United States

880 - 1352 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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