SUNY University at Stony Brook

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Social Work (B.S.)

SUNY University at Stony Brook

Faculty:School of Social Welfare
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Social Work
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $12,870

US funds

Careers:Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service WorkersSocial and Community Service Workers

Description:

Graduates with a bachelor's degree in Social Welfare are prepared for entry-level social work professional positions working with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in a wide range of health and human service facilities. Sites include nursing homes, hospitals, mental health services, substance abuse programs, community action agencies, child welfare programs, services for older people, homeless shelters, mental retardation services, youth services, legal service agencies, foster care programs, public health, and family services. Social workers seek to affirm human dignity, strengthen and empower people, and to affirm their strengths as a means to create positive change in their lives. This commitment is carried out by providing services to people and helping communities to organize services that contribute to the welfare of all people.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    If you are a freshman applicant, you must have completed the highest level of secondary education in your country of residence. We look for a strong secondary academic program with courses in math, natural sciences, and English, (or, if English is the language of instruction, another language).

    If you have attended any college or university after graduating from secondary school you must apply as a transfer student. Applicants are required to have performed well in a strong academic program, having completed at least 24 credits with a GPA of 3.0 or higher by the time they submit their application. If the applicant has earned fewer than 24 credits, high school transcripts must also be submitted.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Application Notes : SAT score is for Critical Reading.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 06, 2009