Investing in Your Degree is a Smart Decision
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, individuals with a bachelor’s degree make, on average, 33% more than individuals without a bachelor’s degree. Earning your degree prepares you for advanced positions and more earning potential throughout your career.
Total Program Investment
Your total cost at Boise State may vary based on the credits you’ve already earned. The following table shows an example of the total program cost for a student completing all 53 program-specific credits required for the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work.
| Description | Cost |
| Boise State Undergraduate Admissions Application Fee | $50 |
| Courses (53 total credits @ $445 per credit*) | $23,585 |
| Books (estimate) | $2,027 |
| Graduation Application Fee | $20 |
| Approximate Total Investment | $25,682 |
| Room/Board** | $5,688 |
| Transportation** | $1,248 |
*The per-credit fees listed are for the 2025-26 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.
**Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.
Notice to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to this program.