Credits required
120
Cost per-credit*
$288.50
Delivery
Online
Online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
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Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Nevada Online
The online BSW program from the School of Social Work and Nevada Online provides students with a flexible, academically rigorous online Bachelor of Social Work pathway. This CSWE-accredited program, fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, prepares graduates for entry-level generalist social work practice and supports those who want to earn their BSW while balancing work and life. The online social work degree builds knowledge and skills needed for professional licensure and strengthens each student's ability to improve lives across communities.
This Bachelor of Social Work program fits individuals ready to make a meaningful impact while developing professional abilities shaped by social justice, social welfare and the foundations of the social work profession.
*Program tuition. Base in-state tuition cost. Does not include mandatory or differential fees, when applicable. Please note that everyone’s net tuition cost is specific to their situation and will differ for each person. Learn more about tuition and fees
A Values-Driven Professional Degree
The BSW is an undergraduate social work degree program built around ethical practice, social justice and evidence-informed learning. Students explore human behavior in social environments, examine social welfare systems and connect theory to practice in ways that strengthen readiness for the social work profession. The social work curriculum prepares learners for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
Throughout the curriculum, students learn to:
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior across core social work settings
- Advance human rights and social, racial, economic and environmental justice central to social welfare policy
- Engage anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion to support behavior in the social environment across all levels of practice
- Apply social work research and evidence-informed insights to real-world challenges
- Practice policy engagement that promotes systemic change within social service and community systems
Who Should Apply
The online social work program supports students who are ready to work with people, understand complex social issues and pursue meaningful roles in the social work profession. Learners in the online BSW program build skills that align with both early-career goals and long-term plans, such as earning a Master of Social Work.
The online BSW program fits:
- Working adults seeking a flexible online program that leads to a social work degree
- Community college transfers moving into undergraduate social work or a new social service path
- Individuals who want to transition into social work careers in varied practice settings
- Students interested in online Bachelor of Social Work options that support learning from any location
These paths give students the room to grow through online programs and courses while strengthening confidence in real-world social work practice.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the online BSW program enter a wide variety of social work settings, including child welfare, education, healthcare, community agencies and behavioral health. Growing demand for social workers and competitive median pay for social workers create strong momentum for those beginning or advancing a career in social work.
Examples of roles include:
- Child welfare specialist serving families and supporting child welfare systems
- Case manager working in health care, mental health or community-based social service programs
- School social worker supporting students and staff in K–12 environments
- Community organizer driving change in nonprofit and advocacy spaces
- Substance abuse counselor helping individuals navigate treatment and recovery
These options give graduates a clear pathway to practice within the social work profession, build experience for future growth and pursue advanced study like a master of social work.
BSW Courses and Curriculum
Students complete core social work requirements built around social work courses, following courses in general education and a 450-hour BSW practicum at a social service agency. This sequence includes BSW courses, social work research and social work theory, reflecting the structure of a Bachelor of Social Work curriculum and the required credit hours needed to earn your degree in a fully online format.
Earn a Bachelor of Social Work Online
Nevada Online delivers a CSWE-accredited BSW taught by experienced social work faculty. Students complete asynchronous online classes through Canvas. The program is accredited by CSWE and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities accredits the University.
The online format allows students to study on their own schedule while gaining the knowledge to practice social work effectively. The curriculum builds competencies in behavior in the social environment, human behavior and generalist social work practice. It also encourages students in the BSW program to integrate social work values, prepare for professional social roles and advance toward long-term academic or career goals.
Students who are ready to earn a Bachelor of Social Work begin a meaningful path into the social work major field find a clear and achievable route through this flexible program.
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Faculty and Learning Environment
Faculty in the School of Social Work bring expertise in child welfare, mental health, health care, community practice, policy and social justice. Students benefit from a learning environment that emphasizes ethical practice, critical thinking and professional development while maintaining the flexibility of fully remote instruction. All courses are delivered via Canvas and designed for asynchronous access, allowing students to balance their studies with personal and professional responsibilities.
Why Choose the University of Nevada, Reno for Your Bachelor’s of Social Work?
The University of Nevada, Reno provides a CSWE-accredited online BSW taught by the same faculty as the on-campus program.
This curriculum develops professional practice skills and addresses contemporary social issues, preparing students for careers in child welfare, health care, mental health and community services.
Benefits of Learning Online with Nevada Online
Classes taught by University of Nevada, Reno faculty
Access to a Carnegie® R1 research university
Choose from accessible, fully online programs
Continue your education from anywhere in the world, free from a fixed schedule