San Diego ,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Social Work in San Diego United States | San Diego State University
San Diego State University
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San Diego United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,328
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our program offers a rigorous and engaging curriculum. It includes coursework in social work practice, human development, cultural diversity, policy studies, community-level interventions, and research methods. Students can choose specialized electives in areas like child services, gerontology, substance abuse, and family dynamics. Hands-on field experience is an integral part of the program. The 65-unit bachelor's degree in Social Work prepares graduates for diverse professional settings. Foundational courses cover liberal arts subjects including biology, economics, public health, psychology, sociology, statistics, and introductory Social Work.
The advanced curriculum delivers an immersive learning experience, featuring studies in professional Social Work practice, behavioral sciences, multicultural studies, policy analysis, organizational leadership, and research methodologies. Specialized electives focus on areas such as youth services, aging populations, addiction studies, and family systems. Practical field training is mandatory. The 24-unit Social Work minor provides valuable interdisciplinary training, particularly beneficial for students majoring in social sciences seeking complementary expertise.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
If you are graduating from a high school outside of the United States, your application will be reviewed on the following admission criteria Completion of high school/secondary level. A certified copy of graduation certificate or diploma will be required prior to enrollment at SDSU. Review the Requirements by Country for country specific information.
A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or 80 percent) or higher.
English Proficiency: If you are attending or have attended a high school where English was not the primary language of instruction, you must meet university-level competence in English through one of the following:
TOEFL Passing score is 80 iBT and 550 paper or higher.
IELTS Passing overall score is 6.5 or higher.
A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or 80 percent) or higher.
English Proficiency: If you are attending or have attended a high school where English was not the primary language of instruction, you must meet university-level competence in English through one of the following:
TOEFL Passing score is 80 iBT and 550 paper or higher.
IELTS Passing overall score is 6.5 or higher.
Tuition
USD
21,328