Bachelor in Social Work (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $28,500 per year for full-time students..

This programme is designed for students seeking entry-level practice in social work. It prepares graduates to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities in diverse settings. The curriculum emphasizes ethical practice, cultural competence, and advocacy for social justice. Students complete a 400-hour field practicum and a senior capstone project to apply their learning.

The programme requires 120 credits, including 400 hours of field practicum and a senior capstone project. Coursework covers human behavior, social policy, research methods, and intervention strategies.

Graduates enter roles as licensed social workers in community agencies, healthcare settings, schools, and government organizations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of a personal statement and official transcripts is required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 68% of applicants.

Adrian College is a liberal arts college in the United Methodist tradition, committed to the pursuit of truth and the dignity of all people. Its academic approach connects active and creative learning with students' academic, personal, and professional development. Undergraduate study is designed to be personal, while graduate education supports students pursuing the next phase of their careers. Academic offerings include undergraduate and graduate programs, pre-professional programs, and institutes.

The college's campus in Adrian, Michigan, supports daily student life through residential housing, dining, the Caine Student Center, a bookstore, a mailroom, and information technology services. The Health & Counseling Center provides confidential support for physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Campus Safety offers patrol services, emergency response, and safety education. Student Business Services assists with billing, payments, and account questions.

Students can join clubs and organizations, Greek Life, ROTC, Spiritual Life, and athletics. Adrian also provides opportunities for hands-on work in student media through WVAC Radio, the College World newspaper, and Adrian College TV, which produces programming for the campus and community. The college's stated mission connects education with contribution to a more socially just society, while its campus programs support connection, leadership, belonging, and student development.