BSW program costs are the same as University fees. Learn how to afford a degree from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Once in the BSW professional sequence, choose from a 1-year or split-semester program. Learn more about the BSW in-class experience.
Learn about the BSW program and speak with an academic advisor to get started.
The School of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno is one of only two social work programs offered in the state of Nevada. Our goal is to elevate our students and the social work profession. Social workers are critical to the mental health of Nevadans, and we believe they deserve a seat at decision-making tables. Our BSW program will prepare you to hit the ground running in a variety of social work settings.
The Bachelor of Social Work program is one of the fastest-growing programs at the University of Nevada, Reno. The success and diversity of our student population is what sets us apart.
The field education program is a central component of the BSW program. It contributes to the attainment of the program goals by developing, implementing, and monitoring generalist practice opportunities for students to demonstrate core social work competencies in a local agency or organization. Through this experience, you will gain an understanding and recognition of what it means to be a professional social worker.
Students must complete silver-core requirements in addition to social work pre-requisites before applying to the Bachelor of Social Work professional sequence. Learn how to prepare for your application.
My favorite class is a tie between SW 310 Structural Oppression and SW 498 Mass Incarceration. To immerse myself in the outside world and other people's experience of our broken system made me realize how passionate I am to support people to break boundaries and chains in our system. These classes truly made me excited to learn and gave me a deeper want to learn.
Bianca Sandra, BSW in Social Work ('22)
The University of Nevada, Reno social work baccalaureate program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the overall employment of social workers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2020 to 2030. While you'll need a Master of Social Work for any clinical work, there are a variety of careers you can enter with a bachelor's degree.
The median pay for social workers in 2021 is $50,390 or $24.23 per hour. (BLS)
Financial aid is available
We're dedicated to offering affordable education to all students. Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. The School of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno, offers scholarships to juniors, seniors and graduate students admitted to the social work program.
Have questions about the Bachelor of Social Work program?
To schedule an appointment regarding the BSW program or pre-professional advisement, please contact the department of social work to speak with one of our academic advisors.
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