Social Work Degree

The social work program at Midwestern State University 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 Texas colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Midwestern State University

3600 N Garfield, Midland, TX

Midwestern State University is a public institution located in Wichita Falls, TX and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Nearly six thousand students enroll at Midwestern State University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSU offers:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1360 to 1645 on the SAT, or 20 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 52% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 45 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.mwsu.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $7,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,500 annually. Some students at Midwestern State University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Midwestern State University Mustangs participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's primary website to view additional information about the school, campus life, athletics, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Midwestern State University offers a bachelor's degree program in social work.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

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

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

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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $37710

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).