Changes in our domestic and international environment are ones that continue to directly affect children, families, and communities of all socioeconomic backgrounds, creating a high demand for professionals in the social work field. In fact, the demand for social workers is projected to grow by 13% by the end of the current decade.
Earning your bachelor’s degree in social work provides you with the skills necessary to make a difference in the lives of others. A degree in social work provides you with a sense of purpose, a range of career options, and the knowledge that you will have a positive impact on the world. The Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work has been continuously accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 1974. The School of Social Work has a threefold mission of education, research, and service that complements the tradition of excellence upheld by the University.
Direct 12-month path from a BASW degree to a MSW degree!
Earning the BASW degree also prepares our graduates for the MSW graduate school program, earning a MSW degree in just 12-months.
