Social Work Degree
Prepare to become a licensed social worker through UND's top-ranked program.
UND's social work degree is flexible to meet your needs with online and on-campus course options. You'll graduate ready to serve vulnerable people and communities with a special focus on rural settings.
- Program type:
- Major
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 1-4 years
- Credit hours:
- 120 or less (depending on number of completed credits)
Why earn a social work degree?
On-Campus or Online Social Work Degree
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Complete a field internship under the supervision of a licensed field instructor.
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Get involved with our nationally-recognized award-winning student clubs, the Student Social Work Association or Phi Alpha, the social work honor society.
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Graduate eligible to apply to take the social work licensing exam in any state that license at the B.S.S.W. level. You'll also be eligible to apply to any Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) program in the nation.
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We provide financial support to qualified students who commit to working in an approved child welfare agency in North Dakota upon graduation.
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UND is home to the Children and Family Services Training Center, providing research and training with a strong rural focus. The Center certifies all new child welfare workers and all North Dakota foster parents.
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In addition to a social work major, our students often pursue minors in Gerontology or Chemical Dependency to specialize their skills.
What can you do with a social work degree?
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UND's online social work degree helped Sadie Harrison achieve her goals to becoming a social worker.