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Bachelor of Social Work (BASW)

100% online

Same expert faculty as in-person classes

NEW - 100% Online

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BA/BASW)

Apply now to begin this Fall 2025!

Courage. Compassion. Competence.

At UA, in the School of Social Work and Family Sciences turn your passion for helping people and pursuing social justice into a licensed professional. Our program will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to make a difference in the world, especially for the most vulnerable populations. Learn more about the School of Social Work and Family Sciences.

Make a Difference: Explore a Career in Social Work

Thinking about a career where you can truly make an impact? Social work might be the path for you. Social workers help people through tough times, support families, and stand up for those who need a voice.

You’ll find social workers in all kinds of places including schools, hospitals, community centers, and governments. In schools, you can support kids through challenges at home or in the classroom. In family services, you can work with parents and children to help keep families together and safe. Some social workers take it a step further by shaping policies that improve lives on a bigger scale—researching new ideas, reviewing laws, and working with leaders to protect vulnerable communities.

No two days are the same in social work, and that’s part of what makes it so meaningful. If you care about people and want a career that blends heart and action, social work could be a powerful way to use your passion for good.

Accreditation and Rankings 

  • Our bachelor social work online is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and is evaluated by a peer review process.
  • UAkron Online is nationally recognized by Newsweek as one of America's top online universities.  

What our students are saying

"I'm driven by my commitment to interdependence, social justice, and advocacy. This program has connected me with experienced professors and advisors, providing invaluable insights beyond the textbook, gaining hands-on experience with social workers, the justice system, and crime victims. After graduation, I plan to pursue an MSW in medical advocacy while earning a Certificate in Addiction Services. With substantial experience, I hope to teach and mentor future social workers!”

Isabelle Fallon, BSW Student

~ Isabella Fallon

(BSW Student, Akron Campus)

Highlights of the BA/BASW degree:

  • Preparation for generalist practice of social work
  • Full-time/Part-time study
  • Online courses
  • Regional field placements

Potential Careers with a BA/BASW degree

  • Caseworker
  • Family service worker
  • Residential case manager
  • Mental health assistant
  • Human service assistant
  • Community outreach worker
  • Public health social worker
  • Health educator
    and more!

For more information, contact:

  • Dr. Janice Steinmetz
  • Email: jestein@uakron.edu.
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    Newsweek has ranked UAkron Online in the top 50 online schools in the country