Can I use funds from a college account (e.g. 529) to pay for the Social Work Essentials Certificate?
No. The School of Social Work cannot accept payment from a college fund (e.g. 529) to cover the cost for the Social Work Essentials Certificate. Students can consult with a personal accountant to see if the certificate would meet the requirement to receive a reimbursement from their college fund account.
Is a payment plan or financial aid available for the Social Work Essentials Certificate Program?
There is no financial aid available for the Social Work Essentials Certificate program but financial aid is available to students admitted into the MSW program (whether online or on-campus). Students can purchase all courses at one time ($2000) or split the payment into two payments ($800 & $1200).
Option #1 - Make One Payment
Add the following courses to your cart - Total $2000
- No Fee - SWEC 101: Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change
- $400 - SWEC 505: Engaging Social Justice, Diversity, and Oppression in Social Work
- $400 - SWEC 506: Essentials of Interpersonal
How much does the Social Work Essentials Certificate cost?
The Social Work Essentials Certificate program is $2,000.
Can Social Work Essentials MSW students apply for loans?
Loans are not available for the Social Work Essentials Certificate. Once students are fully enrolled as MSW students, (after the SWEC is completed) students are able to access federal loans by submitting an application at: Free Application for Federal Student Aid .
Are Social Work Essentials MSW students eligible for grants and scholarships?
Social Work Essentials MSW students can apply for need and merit-based grants and scholarships when they begin taking MSW courses. More information about financial aid can be found here.
Are there any additional costs for the Social Work Essentials Certificate, such as textbooks?
No, there are no additional costs. The Social Work Essentials Certificate will not require textbooks.
Are refunds available for Social Work Essentials Certificate courses?
No refunds are given for Social Work Essentials Certificate courses.