Overview

Appalachian State University Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited BSW signals to employers that you graduated from a program that meets high standards in preparing you for the field.Become a champion for others through our research-based curriculum that includes the social, economic and political processes involved in the development and change of social service institutions as well as the dynamics of human behavior.We provide an engaging online learning environment that promotes personal development, scientific inquiry, and the professional values of the social work profession. Gain the knowledge you need to serve diverse clients and communities in a variety of human service agencies, providing direct services and advocating for human rights and social and economic justice.

Explore the Beaver College of Health Science website for more information on the Social Work program.

App State BSW Career Outcomes

Social workers are highly sought after. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the number of available positions increasing by 12% over by 2030 — faster than the average for all professions.
More than 700,000 social workers are employed in the United States alone. If you’re looking to enter a profession that is in demand and gives you the opportunity to do meaningful work focused on helping others, a social work career could be the perfect choice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Social Welfare System
Human Behavior and the Social Environment
Social Work Research
Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families
Social Work Practice with Groups and Communities
Social Welfare Policy and Services
Diversity and Social Justice in Social Work
Ethics and Professional Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Boone, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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General requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score
Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24473 USD / year

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Out-of-State

24473 USD / year

≈ 24473 USD / year
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In-State

5613 USD / year

≈ 5613 USD / year

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Overview

App State BSW Career Outcomes

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Available Scholarships

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