Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Why get a Bachelor of Social Work from 91ԭƬ?

The School of Social Work at the 91ԭƬ 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.

Our success

The Bachelor of Social Work program is one of the fastest-growing programs at the 91ԭƬ. The success and diversity of our student population is what sets us apart.

In 2020, enrollment for the BSW program was up 14.7%
Our BSW students have a social work licensing exam pass rate of 80%, 13% above the national average
We have the most racially/ethnically diverse program on campus.
55% of BSW students identify as persons of color
Among our undergraduate population, 86% of BSW students are female.

Field education experience

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.

Field education experience for BSW students

Learn how to apply to the Bachelor of Social Work program

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.

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Careers with a degree in social work

The 91ԭƬ social work baccalaureate program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

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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.

Caseworker: These professionals counsel and assist disadvantaged individuals or families.
Guidance counselor: Work in an academic setting to assist students with the social and personal skills they need to succeed personally and in their careers.
Family support worker: Assists in determining a family's eligibility for federal and state assistance programs.
Health educator and community health worker: Promote wellness and educate on healthy behaviors while advocating for health needs within a community.
Probation officer: Create treatment plans to assist the rehabilitation of people in custody, on probation, or on parole.
Rehabilitation caseworker: Helps individuals with disabilities acquire and maintain employment.

The median pay for social workers in 2021 is $50,390 or $24.23 per hour. (BLS)

We support your journey through the BSW program

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 91ԭƬ, offers scholarships to juniors, seniors and graduate students admitted to the social work program.

Social work scholarships

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At the 91ԭƬ Honors College, our students maximize their unique gifts and passions through a series of personalized experiences that deepen their capacity for transformative societal impact.

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