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Undergraduate Social Work
Pursue your passion for improving people's lives
Change lives and make a difference in a wide variety of settings.
Majors
Bachelor of Science in Social Work
Our curriculum demonstrates our commitment to evidence-based practice. Through classroom experiences and field education, students receive the knowledge, values and skills needed for professional practice and graduate study. A focus on social work values, ethics and practice with diverse populations is infused throughout the curriculum. The Bachelor of Science in social work program educates responsive, multi-talented social workers who can address needs and emerging issues from individual services to policy and community development.
Four-Year Program Guide
The Classroom & Beyond
Engaging Student Experience
As a social work student, you get the opportunity to learn about the profession in a number of activities and organizations like conferences and the Social Work Student Association.
Hands-On Education
All our students complete fieldwork as part of their education. There is a wide range of agencies and locations where our students participate in hands-on learning.
Admission to the Program
Students can apply to become a social work major after completing 60 hours of coursework. Learn more about the admissions process.