
Sonia Medina Pranger, LCSW, PPSC
School of Humanities, Religion and Social Sciences
Explore Social Work, M.S.W.
Social work is about empowering individuals and their communities. At Fresno Pacific, you will explore the intersection of human development, government and society as you learn to integrate faith and practice. You will complete a set of foundational graduate courses and then specialized advanced courses in behavioral health, children, youth, and family services, and community and faith organizational leadership. Graduate students engage in research scholarship as well as an internship in an advanced practice setting, working under the supervision of a master’s-level social worker.
Through the study of social work, you will gain an understanding of the relationship between social work and Christian faith. Students in the program will be inspired to commit to social justice and a life of service.
* Pre-Candidacy
Program has had standards approved in draft form and is scheduled to be reviewed for Candidacy status within one year
Students interested in the Master of Social Work program must first be admitted to Fresno Pacific University. Admission to the university does not guarantee admission to the MSW program. Applications to the Social Work program are only available and reviewed after admittance into the university.
Program Director: Sonia Medina Pranger, LCSW, PPSC, Ph.D., ABD
The social work program prepares graduate students for positions in a variety of advanced social work and service settings. The program integrates theory and practice, instills an understanding of the relationship between social work and Christian faith, and encourages a commitment to social justice and a life of service. It does so in the context of a liberal arts education informed by a Christian worldview. Upon completion of the MSW, students will be prepared to seek advanced level employment or pursue advanced graduate studies or licensure.
Main Campus Fresno, North Fresno, Visalia
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The below listed prices reflect the current and upcoming Fall and Spring semesters and do not include any financial aid. We can help you find opportunities to reduce your out of pocket costs.
Financial aid opportunities are available from the university and outside sources. The Master of Social Work Scholarship will provide a limited number of scholarships, up to full program tuition, to the inaugural class of Fall 2023. Additional aid sources may include Private Loans and Scholarships, depending on student eligibility.
**Please note: Students enrolled in the Master of Social Work are ineligible to receive Title IV Aid.
Tuition per Unit | Amount |
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700 Level | $730 |
Teacher Education | $730 |
MBA | $785 |
MSN and LEAD | $750 |
KIN | $590 |
Other Costs | Amount |
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Student services fee (per semester) | $60 |
* Field Placement Fee (charged for both the international and regional trip semesters) | $1,500 |
Tuition per Unit | Amount |
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700 Level | $705 |
Teacher Education | $705 |
MBA | $757* |
MSN and LEAD | $720 |
KIN | $570 |
Other Costs | Amount |
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Student services fee (per semester) | $60 |
* Field Placement Fee (charged for both the international and regional trip semesters) | $1,500 |
* This is an estimate. Costs subject to change. Please refer to the Catalog for additional fees. Cost of attendance figures are used for budgeting purposes only and represent an estimate of projected tuition and fees for the coming academic year. Actual tuition rates are approved by the Board of Trustees and may vary.
An MSW degree is a career accelerator, preparing graduates with skills to become practitioners, therapists, administrators, and leaders in organizations and communities. Advanced field placement experiences combined with graduate research analysis, positions graduates to work in a variety of contexts and settings, such as:
The staff in our Career Development and Experiential Learning Center are here to help you prepare to enter the working world. Whether your a freshman or an FPU alum, there are a number of resources and trainings offered to help you find the internship and job you’re looking for.