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- Phone: (718) 960-8000
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90.28%FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Social Work Degree
The social work program at Medgar Evers College – CUNY prepares students for careers as an adolescent specialist, child and family social worker, healthcare social worker, mental health and substance abuse social worker, and more. The program focuses on social welfare administration and counseling, as well as studying organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Program courses include: social welfare policy, case work planning, social counseling and intervention strategies, and administrative procedures and regulations. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer social work degrees.
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Medgar Evers College – CUNY (Medgar)
250 Bedford Park Blvd West, Bronx, NY
In 1969, Medgar Evers College was established as the senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY). It was named after Medgar Wiley Evers, a civil rights activist known as the man of the Mississippi. His legacy is reflected in the multicultural and diverse population of this college interacting harmoniously in a community that values equality and respect for every individual.
Located at 1650 Bedford Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11225, MEC is committed to meeting the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community as it empowers the students to achieve life-long success and positively contribute to the community.
MEC boasts for its world class resources and highly qualified professors that allow it constantly respond to the changing global and economic needs. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education while its academic programs are registered by the New York State Department of Education.
This college offers Certificates, Bachelor's and Associate degree programs in nearly 100 major areas of study under the School of Business, Liberal Arts & Education, and Science, Health & Technology. Evening and weekend classes are available for selected courses in liberal arts, education, social sciences, math, sciences, and business. MEC not only focuses on providing a degree, it also supports students in finding jobs upon completion of a course through a networking framework.
Through the School of Professional and Community Development (SPCD), MEC also provides opportunities for the community residents to enhance their skills and prepare for higher education. This program has four divisions: Academy for Youth, Academy for Career Pathways, Adult and Continuing Education and Research and Advocacy Centers.
Prospective Student’s Guide http://www.mec.cuny.edu/prospective.asp
Degree Programs http://www.mec.cuny.edu/oaa/degree_programs.asp
Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Medgar offers a bachelor's degree program in social work.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 3 |
| Female | 60 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 49 |
| Hispanic | 14 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Social Work program at Medgar, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Social and Community Service Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $42.54
- Average Annual Salary: $88490
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $38.38
- Average Annual Salary: $79840
Marriage and Family Therapists
Description
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 100
- Average Hourly Rate: $22.63
- Average Annual Salary: $47060
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $35.54
- Average Annual Salary: $73930
Counselors, All Other
Description
All counselors not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, counselors, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.12
- Average Annual Salary: $62640
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 400
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.73
- Average Annual Salary: $49370
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Description
Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, child, family, and school social workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $32.88
- Average Annual Salary: $68380
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.71
- Average Annual Salary: $59710
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Medgar accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Medgar Evers College – CUNY may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Medgar is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (City University of New York Ath Conf)
- Track and Field (City University of New York Ath Conf)
- Soccer
- Volleyball