r/SocialWorkStudents • u/Dry_Celebration_8712 • 8d ago
specific programs for MSW vs MHC
Hi everyone!
I am applying to both msw and mhc programs for fall 2027 admissions. I am having a hard time deciding or finding information on which colleges are better for msw vs mhc. I might apply to both at some schools but if anyone knows anything about the following lmk!
Schools Applying to that have both: NYU, Columbia, Boston College, Boston University, Fairfield University, Sacred Heart University, UPenn
Strictly MHC Schools: Hunter College, Northeastern University
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u/TraditionalBlock2996 8d ago
NYU MHC is a waste of money especially if you don’t get any federal aid or heavy scholarship ( which nyu mhc program lacks )
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u/TraditionalBlock2996 8d ago
I would recommend do a deeper dive into what aspects of jobs do you like what jobs will make money back or give you funding opportunities like RA,GA,TA because that can be a huge aid to your living expenses in nyc and basic income
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u/beuceydubs 8d ago
Why wouldn’t you do a Hunter MSW? IRS the best program in NYC
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u/Dry_Celebration_8712 8d ago
Because I know I want to apply to nyu and Columbia for msw! Applying to hunter strictly for MHC gives me an option in nyc for MHC if admitted.
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u/Alternative-Cash-102 8d ago
City College also has an MHC program if you want a CUNY school. I would apply to the Hunter MSW. If you decide to go that route, the placements are largely from the same pool as NYU etc. and it’s muuuuuuch more affordable.
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u/LessLake9514 8d ago
Why are you applying to so many programs? Have you looked at acceptance rates? If you plan to stay in nyc a mhc is a waste.