Overview

The University of Nebraska Omaha's Public Administration and Social Work MPA/MSW dual degree program is a collaborative effort between the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), Grace Abbott School of Social Work and the School of Public Administration. The program prepares students to provide a variety of advanced level micro, mezzo , and macro social work services to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities; and assume leadership in the public service sector, specifically in administrative and policy work with governmental units and nonprofit organizations.

Students beginning the MPA/MSW program at the MSW Foundation level must complete 81 credit hours total. Students beginning the MPA/MSW program at the Advanced Standing level must complete 57 credit hours total.

Career

Master’s level social workers are employed in public and private agencies, including medical settings, schools, residential treatment centers, court and correctional agencies, and community planning and development agencies.

The MSW degree at the Grace Abbott School of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the national accrediting body for all social work education.

Information on certification and licensure is available on the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services website.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Management & Leadership
Organizational Theory & Behavior
Public & Nonprofit Budgeting
Research Skills in Social Work Practice
Social Work Practice with Families
Human Behavior & Social Environment
Social Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Omaha, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The general prerequisite for admission to the program is a four-year bachelors’ degree with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in the junior and senior years (last 50-60 hours).
English Language Proficiency:
Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL, 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 105
Statement of Purpose: Two statements of purpose are required; one for the School of Public Administration and one for the Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Resume: a professional resume that identifies:
Educational experiences since high school
List start and end dates with month and year
Identify whether the position is part or full-time
Identify whether the position is paid or volunteer
Field placements, internships or practicums
Honors or distinctions received
Professional experiences, especially in human services
Three Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

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18474 USD / year

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18474 USD / year

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In-State

8778 USD / year

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Additional Details

Omaha Urban Rate (OUR) Tuition: $11,140

Living costs

Omaha

United States

985 - 1520 USD / month

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