Cost Estimates

University Charges for 2012-2013 Academic Year	Fees
Tuition: 30 Credits first year multiplied by $1,138 a credit hour. (There is a 5% - 6% annual increase)	$34,140
Student Health Fee	$780
Student Activity Fee	$60
Living Expenses
Room and Board	$12,150
Books and Supplies	$2,000
Personal/ Miscellaneous	$1,900
Summer Expenses	$3,000
Total Amount	$54,030

As a graduate with a bachelor degree in social work from an international institution, you may be eligible for up to 19 hours of advanced standing credit toward our Master of Social Work degree. To be eligible for advanced standing, you will be required to complete the International Social Work Degree Recognition and Evaluation Service (ISWDRES) application.

The Brown School will require all students with a bachelor degree in social work from an international institution to complete the ISWDRES application in order to receive advanced standing credit. This will ensure that your academic credentials are equivalent to baccalaureate degrees in social work in the United States.

You may learn more about the ISWDRES and begin the application at http://www.cswe.org/CentersInitiatives/TrainingCareers/22207/22213.aspx.

If any English as a Second Language courses are required by the School, costs are not included in this estimate.

* Living expenses listed are based on estimates for 2011-2012 school year.

** Expenses for books and supplies vary.

Initial Expenses

Students living off-campus should bring with them sufficient traveler's checks to pay for rental and utility deposits, the first month's rent, and household furnishings. The figures below indicate the approximate range of those expenses.

Rental deposit and first month's rent $450-$1,600
Utility and phone deposits $150-$300
Household furnishings $300-$1,800

This cost outline covers only minimal essential expenditures. Items such as clothing, recreation and incidentals are variable, and the cost of travel outside St. Louis is not included.

To receive a visa, you will be required to document your ability to meet these expenses. See the Affidavit of Financial Support.

If you have someone in the United States who will provide Room and Board for you at no charge you can deduct $11,870 from your cost of living, making $6,130 the amount you must show. A letter of support from your sponsor must accompany the affidavit.