Admission Requirements and Application
Admission to the upper division of the BSW program is separate from the undergraduate admissions process.
Our Bachelor of Social Work program combines classroom learning, research and field education.
Our program prepares you for a satisfying career serving individuals, families and communities. The Bachelor of Social Work curriculum grounds you in a liberal arts education and provides the values, skills, knowledge and competencies necessary for generalist social work practice.
Admission to the upper division of the BSW program is separate from the undergraduate admissions process.
Undergraduate social work students take a combination of foundational liberal arts and sciences and advanced courses to develop professional knowledge and skills.
Develop your professional skills by directly serving clients at clinics and organizations throughout the Columbia area during your junior and senior year.
Each state has its own licensing board with its own social work licensure requirements. Our curriculum is designed to prepare you to become a competent, caring Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker.
The University of South Carolina strives to make college affordable for all students. Learn more about the financial resources available to you.