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Social Work (Online)

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Is a social work degree right for me?

If you’re interested in learning how to effectively advocate for, minister to, and intervene on behalf of for those who need help, then yes! Now might be the perfect time to start pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Social Work. Huntington University’s fully online program is designed specifically to help you finish your degree around a busy schedule. Our five-week online courses let you focus on your studies — and the next step in your career.

Use our Social Work Degree Checksheet to see how you might customize your online degree with our admissions team today!

70%
You’re not alone. 70% of Hoosiers take more than 4 years to finish college.
$58,380
The median annual salary for social workers in 2023.
80%
Approximately 80% of our incoming student population received financial aid in 2018.
35
The average age of an adult degree program student in 2018 was 35.
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Why study Social Work at Huntington University?

  • Study in a program that’s accredited by the Council of Social Work Education and rooted in Christian faith. Our degree meets rigorous licensure standards.
  • Social-work jobs are growing at 16% per year, much faster than the national average.
  • Complete your degree without giving up your current job — or valuable family time!
  • Gain real-world skills and knowledge that will help you make a difference in people’s lives.
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100% Online

5-Week Classes

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No Set Time to Be Online

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One Course at a Time

A Degree of Integrity

Our degree programs are built on Christian principles and enriched with our broad curriculum in the liberal arts. Your professors will help you integrate academic excellence with your Christian faith. If you want to connect with fellow students and faculty mentors in meaningful ways, all while gaining the professional competence you need, Huntington University is where you belong.

Accreditation

Huntington University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation.

Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of program quality evaluated through a peer review process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals and the Board of Accreditation has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.

Accreditation applies to all program sites and program delivery methods of an accredited program. Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program. Visit the official CSWE Accreditation website: https://www.cswe.org/accreditation

After Graduation

With a degree in social work, you’re well on your way to a variety of expanded opportunities, complete with potential salary increases and greater responsibilities. Think roles in hospitals, clinics, state and local governments, schools, or other youth-serving organizations. Or you can take your career to the next level with a Master of Arts in Counseling degree.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today at AdultEd@huntington.edu or (800) 600-4888.

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