The Bachelor of Science in Social Work Admission and Program Requirements
The student is formally admitted into the program upon meeting the following requirements:
- Upon completion of 45 hours of college credit, submit a completed application packet* to the Program Director.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and values of the social work profession by earning a grade of “C or better in SW 131: Introduction to Social Work.
- Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal qualities, aptitude, and temperament by earning a satisfactory rating in the field experience component of the Introduction to Social Work course.
- Demonstrate general academic proficiency by earning a GPA of 2.3 or better, computed overall.
- Demonstrate an aptitude for social work knowledge by earning a grade of “C” or better in all Social Work courses undertaken.
- Demonstrate proficiency in effective writing skills with a grade of “C” or better in English 101 and 102.
*(Students may obtain the application packet from their Social Work faculty advisor or from the Departmental Office, Room 917, Wallace Hall.)
Curriculum Requirements
Our course* of study includes the following requirements:
- 48 hours of required and electives social work courses
- 15-16 hours of courses serving as foundation to social work studies.
- 35-37 hours of general education studies.
- 20 field hours completed in SWK 131 (Intro.)
- 480 field hours completed over 2 semesters in SWK 404 and 406
A total of 120 hours is required for graduation with an overall GPA of not less than 2.3.
(* For more information refer to the West Virginia State University College Catalog or contact the Social Work department office.)