Overview

Social work majors at Elms College dedicate themselves to helping others. It’s that simple.

For more than 60 years, Elms has equipped students to become leaders in social work. With the oldest accredited undergraduate program of its kind in Western Massachusetts, we know what skills and competencies you need to become a force of change in your community.

By analyzing human behavior through different lenses, you will gain a deeper understanding of the factors that influence life in modern society. Your classes will help you develop a versatile array of skills that empower you to counsel individuals, families, and communities.

Internships, Professionalization, and Licensure

As a Social Work major you will complete 400 hours of service at an internship. Having the time you need to immerse yourself in the field and complete a capstone project will not only help you perfect your skills, but also set you apart on the job market.

After completing your degree, you will be eligible to take the Massachusetts exam to become a licensed social worker. The majority of our graduates secure jobs in social work upon — or before — graduation. Many of our graduates choose to continue their education and complete a master’s degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Psychology

Biology: Human Applications

Early American History

Mental Health and Mental Illness

Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

Social Welfare Policies and Services

American Government and Public Policy

Economics

Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Rolling admission policy applies for National students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicopee, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Fill out the Common Application or the Elms Application.

Submit your official high school transcript or GED/HiSet scores. High school transcripts must be accompanied by an official English translation.

Submit your optional application items, such as your personal statement, letters of recommendation, or test scores (SAT I or ACT).

For more information about our Test Optional Admission Policy, click here.

Submit proof of English Proficiency

Certified Documentation of Financial Support.

A bank statement with U.S. dollar figures that verifies the student’s, the student’s family, and/or sponsor’s ability to pay the costs required to attend Elms College. The statement should be officially certified and signed by a bank official.

Copy of the biographic page of your passport.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42540 USD / year

≈ 42540 USD / year
Out-of-State

42540 USD / year

≈ 42540 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42540 USD / year

≈ 42540 USD / year

Living costs

Chicopee

United States

1006 - 2084 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Internships, Professionalization, and Licensure

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicopee

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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