In the junior and senior years the BSW program is full time. Although social work builds upon theory from the behavioral and social sciences, it has its own knowledge base and well-developed practice skills and methods. The BSW program includes a broad liberal arts base, social work courses covering theory, practice skills and methods, policy, research, and a supervised field practicum. Admission Requirements Students interested in the Bachelor of Social Work program must meet the admission requirements of the Jane Addams College of Social Work. A separate application is required for admission to the BSW program.
Students generally apply to the program during the sophomore year.
Admission to the program is only for fall semester each year. A liberal arts base including course work listed below. Reference forms are included in the application packet. Transcripts from colleges may be included in the application, or the applicant may request the respective college to send transcripts to the Jane Addams College of Social Work Office of Admissions. Academic Advising Advising is an integral link in the academic process.