Alaska Social Work Degree Programs
AKA: ASW, BSW, MSW, DSW, Clinical MSW
Data Source:
Dept. of Education - 2026
Social Worker License has analyzed data from 3 schools who offer degree programs in the field of social work and human services. Jump to schools.
Among the three Alaska schools listed, two have social work-specific program information: University of Alaska Anchorage and University of Alaska Fairbanks. Alaska Pacific University is also listed for a related bachelor’s-level human services program, but it should not be considered a Social Work degree provider based on available program information.
Bachelor’s-level Social Work options are listed at both University of Alaska Anchorage and University of Alaska Fairbanks. University of Alaska Anchorage is the only listed school with a master’s-level Social Work option. No doctoral Social Work programs appear among the schools listed.
Available CSWE program information covers two Alaska schools. University of Alaska Anchorage has baccalaureate and master’s program information, while University of Alaska Fairbanks has baccalaureate program information.
University of Alaska Anchorage reports full-time and part-time bachelor’s plans of study. Its MSW information includes full-time, part-time, advanced standing, and weekend or evening options, as well as multiple cohorts per year. Listed MSW information includes Advanced Generalist specialization information, a Public Health dual-degree option, and certifications such as Child Welfare, Mental Health, and School Social Work.
University of Alaska Fairbanks reports full-time and part-time plans of study for its BASW. Institutional accreditation and CSWE programmatic accreditation are separate, so students should review each type of accreditation when comparing schools.
Both University of Alaska Anchorage and University of Alaska Fairbanks report online availability in the available CSWE program information. This indicator does not necessarily mean that every degree option, course, or field placement can be completed fully online.
Prospective students should ask each school which programs and courses are available online, whether any campus visits are required, and how field placements are arranged before enrolling.
Among the schools with social work-specific information, University of Alaska Anchorage has the lower listed in-state tuition at $7,738, compared with $8,736 at University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Average net price shows a different order. University of Alaska Fairbanks has the lower listed average net price at $10,892, followed by University of Alaska Anchorage at $15,301. Tuition and average net price are school-level figures, not program-specific costs, and an individual student’s actual price may differ.
Use the school list below to compare degree level, location, reported online availability, tuition, average net price, and available study plans. Start by confirming that a school offers the credential you need: a bachelor’s option is listed at both Social Work schools, while the listed master’s option is at University of Alaska Anchorage.
Before choosing a program, verify its current CSWE accreditation status, delivery format, admissions requirements, total costs, field placement expectations, and fit with your professional goals. Students planning to pursue licensure should also confirm that the curriculum aligns with the requirements that apply to them.
Two schools have social work-specific program information: University of Alaska Anchorage and University of Alaska Fairbanks. A third school, Alaska Pacific University, is listed for a related human services program rather than a Social Work degree.
Available CSWE program information lists University of Alaska Anchorage for baccalaureate and master’s options and University of Alaska Fairbanks for a baccalaureate option. Students should verify each program’s current status directly with the school.
Both listed CSWE program schools report online availability. However, that does not necessarily mean every degree option, course, or field placement can be completed fully online, so confirm the exact format with the school.
The answer depends on the measure used. University of Alaska Anchorage has the lower listed in-state tuition at $7,738, while University of Alaska Fairbanks has the lower average net price at $10,892. These are school-level figures rather than Social Work program-specific prices.
Completing a listed program does not automatically guarantee licensure. Students should verify current program accreditation and licensure fit with the school before enrolling.
Whether you live in Anchorage, Juneau, Fairbanks or elsewhere in Alaska, you can find the right social work or human services degree program for you. Filter schools in Alaska by degree level and field type. Rank schools by features that matter to you. Explore all the social work programs offered in Alaska below.
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Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program description:
A program that focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services to individuals and communities and prepares individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Includes instruction in the social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, social services law and administration, and applications to particular issues, services, localities, and populations.
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
7,212
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
36.04%
In-State Tuition:
$7,738
Out-of-State Tuition:
$21,322
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$15,301
Applicants Accepted:
Not enough data
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
N/A
Average SAT Math Score:
N/A
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program fields may include:
Type of Institution
Public
Total Enrollment
4,207
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
44.99%
In-State Tuition:
$8,736
Out-of-State Tuition:
$22,320
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$10,892
Applicants Accepted:
Not enough data
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
620
Average SAT Math Score:
615
Degree Levels Offered
Salary 1 Year After Graduation
Program description:
A program that focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services to individuals and communities and prepares individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Includes instruction in the social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, social services law and administration, and applications to particular issues, services, localities, and populations.
Type of Institution
Private nonprofit
Total Enrollment
457
Accredited By:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Graduation Rate:
48.65%
In-State Tuition:
$20,760
Out-of-State Tuition:
$20,760
Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):
$21,616
Applicants Accepted:
96.45%
Average SAT Score:
N/A
Average SAT Reading Score:
N/A
Average SAT Math Score:
N/A
