Bachelor of Social Work Program

Join one of the fastest growing career fields and become an advocate for change with a degree from our CSWE-Accredited Social Work program. Learn How to Apply

 We're now accepting applications for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2026 - Apply Today and claim your seat!

What is the

Bachelor of Social Work Program

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) provides students with the opportunity to learn human behavior theories, how to address social problems and how to advocate for social justice while developing cultural competence skills in assessing and helping individuals, families, and communities.

About

A Social Worker main goal is to help others improve their lives by:

  • Helping individuals, families, groups and communities improve their lives.
  • Advocating for social justice.
  • Working toward understanding human behavior in the social environment.
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Did you Know?

  • Social Workers work with everyone including: children, families, military, students, couples, the aging, people with disabilities.
  • Social workers are in a variety of settings including healthcare, school, government, for-profit and nonprofit.
  • The Job Market is growing 11% faster than the average
    Median salary of a Bachelor level social worker: $49,470
    (salaries vary widely by social work industry ranging from $41,810 to $81,400)
    You'll never be bored - To change the world!

BSW Helpful Resources

BSW Degree Plan Program Manual Admissions Advising Program Forms

Attend A BSW Info Session

Attending an Undergraduate Admissions Information Session provides you with a unique opportunity to meet with representatives from the School of Social Work and discuss the BSW program.

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BSW Program Contacts

Darlene Hunter, PhD, LMSW
Director of Undergraduate Programs and Associate Professor of Practice
darlene.hunter@uta.edu

Get in Touch with SSW Admissions

Melissa Cruz, MAEd. Psych, MSW
Academic Recruiter
Email: melissa.cruz@uta.edu
Phone:817-272-9123
Office:  SWSH 203G

Brianna Gibbs, MS
Academic Recruiter
Email: brianna.gibbs@uta.edu
Phone:817-272-2551
Office:  SWSH 203O

Dolores Bevins
Admissions Counselor II
Email: doloresbevins@uta.edu
Phone: 817-272-1044
Office:  SWSH 203Q

Antwan C. Williams, JD, MS
Assistant Dean of Communications, Marketing, and Recruitment
Email: antwan.williams@uta.edu
Office:  SWSH 416L