Overview

The Social Work program from Gannon University will give you the knowledge and skills you need to effectively collaborate, advocate and assist people of all ages and from diverse communities. Become a part of one of the most dynamic, versatile and rewarding professions today as you strive toward a better world.

Learn to Lead the Way in Social Work

Prepare to work competently in multicultural systems, assess and evaluate organizations and communities and conceptualize the interdependence and interrelationship of our global community.

Become a community leader who passionately pursues excellence in the allocation and provision of needed services and diligently and deliberately advocates for clients and the disadvantaged.

Inspire Your Academic Success

Gain real-world knowledge through key social work courses including:

Human Diversity: Participate in a homeless simulation in downtown Erie dressed as a homeless individual to develop increased empathy and gain a firsthand experience with homelessness and pauperism.

Generalist Practice with Families/Groups: Work directly in classroom settings with clients who are HIV-positive, identified individuals with a substance use disorder and parents with troubled adolescents or children with developmental disabilities.

Social Welfare Policy, Programs and Issues: Learn from guest lecturers, including local and regional government leaders, the director of United Way and local executives of for-profit and nonprofit agencies.

Careers and opportunities

Through curriculum flexibility and high-quality educational opportunities, you can:

Become a competent and effective social work professional who values and respects diversity, works for economic and social justice and human rights, and uses your knowledge and skills to improve community and human well-being.

Organize and empower community groups and affect local, state and federal policy.

Achieve advanced standing upon acceptance into a graduate school of social work to earn a graduate degree in 12-18 months.

Join graduates who have been accepted into top social work programs at schools including Columbia University, University of Pittsburgh, Case Western Reserve University, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences and University of Buffalo.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Problems, Services and Issues

Medical Terminology

Dying, Death and Bereavement

Human Behaviour and the Social Environment

Human Diversity

Counseling Older Adults

Drugs Abuse

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Gannon accepts applications at any time, however, applicants who need a student visa must apply at least 6 weeks before they want to begin studying at Gannon.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work View 840 other Bachelors in Social Work in United States

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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

Submit an online application to Gannon University.

Transcripts

Letter(s) of recommendation

Additional Documents

Bank Statement and Affidavit of Support Form

Evidence of English Proficiency

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

38110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38110 USD per year during 48 months.
National

38110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38110 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

38110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38110 USD per year during 48 months.

Fees $1,386

Fees include University Fee $1,100, APB $114, SGA $66, Engagement $106

Living costs for Erie

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Gannon University has a wide variety of merit based, need-based and athletic financial awards.

The generous merit-based scholarship program recognizes a students outstanding performance in the classroom.

Students accepted to Gannon will receive notification of academic and merit awards they qualify for with their acceptance letter from the Gannon University Admissions Office.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Social Work.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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