How Much Do BSW Graduates Make?
A Bachelor of Arts in Social Work prepares you for entry- to mid-level roles in social services, health care and advocacy, with strong opportunities for career advancement. It also serves as a pathway to advanced education, such as a Master of Social Work (MSW) or law school, which can further increase your earning potential.
With this degree, you will gain hands-on experience through community-based field work, build the skills to advocate for social justice and systemic change and prepare for diverse career opportunities in high-demand social work fields.
Data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
Median Salary
$58,380 annually or $28.07 hourly
Projected New Jobs
7% job growth is projected from 2023 to 2033
What Jobs Can I Get With a Bachelor of Social Work?
Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work equips you with the knowledge and practical experience to address complex social issues and support individuals, families and communities in need. Boise State’s online BSW prepares you to navigate diverse social work settings, implement evidence-based interventions and collaborate with organizations to drive meaningful change.
Explore some of the most common career paths for BSW graduates in the following section.
Social and Human Service Assistants
Social and human service assistants help clients access benefits and services, such as food assistance, housing support and rehabilitation programs, while coordinating care and ensuring needs are met. They work with various populations, including children, the elderly, veterans and individuals with disabilities, often under the direction of social workers or other professionals.
Salary range: $31,000 to $62,000
Community Health Workers
Community health workers serve as liaisons between individuals and health care or social service providers, helping people access essential resources and adopt healthier behaviors. They conduct outreach, provide education and advocacy and coordinate care to improve community well-being.
Salary range: $36,000 to $76,000
Substance Abuse Counselors
Substance abuse counselors help individuals recover from addiction by assessing their needs, developing treatment plans and teaching coping strategies for long-term recovery. They provide individual and group counseling, coordinate care with other professionals, and support clients in rebuilding personal and professional relationships.
Salary range: $37,00 to $54,000
Is a Bachelor of Social Work Worth It?
As the demand for skilled social workers continues to grow, many prospective students wonder whether earning a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work is a worthwhile investment. To help answer this question, we’ve gathered key statistics on graduating student satisfaction from Boise State’s Graduating Student Survey. The following facts and figures are from the most recent report.
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Where Do Boise State’s Bachelor of Social Work Graduates Work?
Many Boise State alumni make a meaningful impact in early intervention programs, substance use treatment and recovery programs, developmental disabilities programs, health care systems and other community-based organizations. Here are just a few organizations where our alumni work:
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