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MA Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago

University of Chicago, United States

Programme overview

The AM in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration is equivalent to an MSW with a broader educational and experiential foundation. It combines direct social work practice with policy development, interdisciplinary research and social science theory.

Faculty: Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Intake: Autumn  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Full-time students take three courses per quarter over three quarters each year.

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Entry requirements

Programme: baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, any major (advanced standing requires a BSW). Materials listed: candidate's statement, resume, three letters of recommendation and an application fee. GRE not required; no interview; TOEFL or IELTS for applicants not schooled in English. Deadlines listed: 1 Dec, 15 Jan and 1 April.

USD 54,873 a year (2026-2027). Full-time AM tuition, $18,291 per quarter for 3 quarters; excludes fees and insurance Source

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 2 years full-time

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