Overview

By majoring in Social Welfare, B.A. at Fresno Pacific University, you’ll encounter a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on training that will prepare you to address the needs in your community.

Not only will you gain an understanding of the relationship between social work and Christian faith. You’ll be inspired to commit to social justice and a life of service.

Program Highlights

Engage in a field placement coordinated and supported by faculty

Intern for a semester with local organizations like the Mexican consulate, emergency response and Fresno County

Prepare for graduate school with a research project and final presentation

Be transformed in a program that emphasizes an understanding of diversity, social justice and the values and ethics of social work

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Marriage and Family

Urban Society and the Welfare State

Social Problems and Public Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fresno, United States

Disciplines

Social Work Social Policy View 768 other Bachelors in Social Work in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Academic Success (Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5/4.0 scale is required)

Successful completion of prior lower-level social work courses

A passion and calling for social work as a career

Demonstrated knowledge of the social work profession

Personal and professional aptitude

Ability to meet all program and internship requirements

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

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year
Out-of-State

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year

Living costs

Fresno

United States

990 - 1485 USD / month

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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Overview

Program Highlights

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Fresno

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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