Overview

The Human Services curriculum from Western Washington University aligns with national standards in human services education as outlined by the Council for Standards in Human Services Education (www.cshse.org). The Human Services major prepares students to work in a variety of settings as case managers, advocates, grant writers, youth workers, volunteer coordinators, or advocacy specialists.

The program has a social justice orientation, engaging students in critical analysis and reflection as they examine social issues at the individual, group, organization, community, and global level. The program emphasizes community engagement and requires 240 hours of field experience that allows students to integrate theory, knowledge, and skills through work in human services organizations.

Why Consider a Human Services Major?

Are you interested in a career working to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, communities and organizations? Do you learn effectively through student-centered activities that encourage collaborative inquiry and active engagement to address real world challenges? If so, you may want to consider a major in Human Services.

Thousands of Western’s Human Services Program graduates are currently working in meaningful positions in nonprofit, government, and community-based services.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Services Professionals and Personal Systems

Human Services

Social Justice and Equity in the U.S.

Inequity in U.S. Policy and Institutions: Implications for Human Services Professionals

Human Services Professionals and Community Systems

Social Welfare Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work View 835 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Application for Admission
$65 non-refundable application fee
An essay that helps the Admissions Committee understand your academic goals, related experiences and/or preparatory course work, and professional goals
Submit official transcripts
Evidence of English language proficiency
Declaration of Financial Responsibility

Student insurance

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

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International

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
National

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7995 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7995 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Bellingham

1109 - 1684 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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