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Bachelor of Social Work

University of Minnesota Duluth

Duluth campus — Duluth, Minnesota, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 20,328
Application Fee
USD 50
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) program is a professional program that prepares students for immediate entry into generalist social work practice in a variety of human service settings. The curriculum has a special focus on social justice and services to American Indians and their communities. Graduates are prepared to work with a variety of different groups in a culturally responsive manner. Initially admitted as pre-social work, BSW students complete a secondary application to enroll in upper-level courses. Much of the BSW program can be completed online but students must be on campus for a portion of their social work courses and to satisfy their liberal education requirements. The BSW Program is accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE). Prepares graduates for practice in a variety of human service settings such as schools, mental health, tribal and county agencies, child welfare, healthcare, and community organizing Student-centered with diverse faculty, staff, and students Commitment to culturally responsive practice Bachelor of Social Work graduates can complete a Master of Social Work degree in one year Emphasis on working with American Indian communities Dynamic internships Acquired Skills Communication, problem-solving, empathy, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration/teamwork Need to be previously or currently involved in community service or volunteer work Understanding of the importance of developing socially just service delivery systems Career Possibilities Entry Level: Adoption Counselor Child Protection Services Couples and Family Therapist Crisis Intervention Hospice Coordinator Mental Health Social Worker Rehabilitation Counselor School Social Worker Services to Aging Populations Social and Community Service Manager Victim Advocate Youth Program Coordinator Advanced Degree: Clinical Therapist/Mental Health Clinician Executive Director Psychiatric Social Worker Veterans Affairs Social Worker
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Field of study
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 20,328
Application fee
USD 50
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Duluth campus

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

1049 University Drive

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

On April 2, 1895 Minnesota Governor David. M. Clough signed legislation approving the creation of the State Normal School at Duluth. Eight years later, in 1903, seven women graduated with teaching degrees. In 1921, the Normal School became the Duluth State Teacher’s College and in 1947, the Teacher's College was named the Duluth Branch of the University of Minnesota. Today, the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) is a mid-sized comprehensive regional university that offers students a supportive atmosphere and access to the resources of the larger University of Minnesota system. UMD’s stellar...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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