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Arkansas Social Work Degree Programs

AKA: ASW, BSW, MSW, DSW, Clinical MSW

Arkansas Social Work Degree Programs Ranked and Sorted
Social Worker License

by Social Worker License Staff

Updated: September 26th, 2024

Social Worker License has analyzed data from 17 schools who offer degree programs in the field of social work and human services.

Whether you live in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith or elsewhere in Arkansas, you can find the right social work or human services degree program for you. Filter schools in Arkansas by degree level and field type. Rank schools by features that matter to you. Explore all the social work programs offered in Arkansas below.

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Social Work Schools in Arkansas

Phillips Community College of the University of ArkansasHelena, AR 1st for In-State Tuition $3,110 IN-STATE TUITION $5,060 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Associate's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Associate's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

616

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,110

Out-of-State Tuition:

$5,060

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$4,468

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Ozarka CollegeMelbourne, AR 2nd for In-State Tuition $3,720 IN-STATE TUITION $6,723 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
Not enough data

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.

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

614

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,720

Out-of-State Tuition:

$6,723

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$5,066

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Arkansas-Fort SmithFort Smith, AR 3rd for In-State Tuition $6,168 IN-STATE TUITION $13,440 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

4,143

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

33.16%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,168

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,440

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$10,737

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Arkansas State UniversityJonesboro, AR 4th for In-State Tuition $7,456 IN-STATE TUITION $13,312 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$31,866
Master's Degree
$44,889

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Graduate/Professional Certificate
$45,903

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

7,463

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

53.72%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,456

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,312

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$11,857

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

69.51%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

565

Henderson State UniversityArkadelphia, AR 5th for In-State Tuition $7,560 IN-STATE TUITION $9,768 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data

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.

Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
$24,164

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$40,583
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

1,800

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

36.2%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,560

Out-of-State Tuition:

$9,768

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$18,465

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

70.66%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

527

Average SAT Math Score:

538

Arkansas Tech UniversityRussellville, AR 6th for In-State Tuition $8,071 IN-STATE TUITION $13,891 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
Not enough data

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.

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

6,108

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

42.93%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,071

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,891

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$13,765

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.39%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Arkansas at Little RockLittle Rock, AR 7th for In-State Tuition $8,366 IN-STATE TUITION $18,957 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$30,396
Master's Degree
$45,951
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$44,669

Program description:

Any instructional program in public administration and services not listed above.

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

4,802

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

43.42%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,366

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,957

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$16,711

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

61.46%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

555

Average SAT Math Score:

545

University of Arkansas at MonticelloMonticello, AR 8th for In-State Tuition $8,431 IN-STATE TUITION $14,281 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

1,819

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

28.02%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,431

Out-of-State Tuition:

$14,281

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$12,693

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Arkansas at Pine BluffPine Bluff, AR 9th for In-State Tuition $8,668 IN-STATE TUITION $15,838 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$30,974

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

2,155

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

42.03%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,668

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,838

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$9,607

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

69.33%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

464

Average SAT Math Score:

449

Arkansas Baptist CollegeLittle Rock, AR 10th for In-State Tuition $8,760 IN-STATE TUITION $8,760 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

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.

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

497

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

0%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,760

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,760

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$8,721

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of ArkansasFayetteville, AR 11th for In-State Tuition $9,656 IN-STATE TUITION $27,410 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
$31,728
Master's Degree
$44,306

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program description:

Any instructional program in public administration and services not listed above.

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

26,002

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

70.1%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,656

Out-of-State Tuition:

$27,410

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$16,050

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

78.93%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

575

Average SAT Math Score:

560

Southern Arkansas University Main CampusMagnolia, AR 12th for In-State Tuition $9,680 IN-STATE TUITION $15,110 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

2,787

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

42.21%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,680

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,110

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$16,307

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

63.61%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

515

Average SAT Math Score:

520

University of Central ArkansasConway, AR 13th for In-State Tuition $9,778 IN-STATE TUITION $16,728 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
$25,293
Master's Degree
$40,755

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

7,563

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

47.08%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,778

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,728

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$15,889

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

91.21%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

520

Philander Smith CollegeLittle Rock, AR 14th for In-State Tuition $13,014 IN-STATE TUITION $13,014 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

766

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

33.64%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$13,014

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,014

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$17,637

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Harding UniversitySearcy, AR 15th for In-State Tuition $23,148 IN-STATE TUITION $23,148 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$28,183

Program fields may include:

  • Social Work.
  • Youth Services/Administration.
  • Forensic Social Work.
  • Social Work, Other.
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

3,198

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

72.09%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$23,148

Out-of-State Tuition:

$23,148

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$19,505

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

45.12%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

595

Average SAT Math Score:

580

John Brown UniversitySiloam Springs, AR 16th for In-State Tuition $29,720 IN-STATE TUITION $29,720 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$38,458
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.
  • Clinical/Medical Social Work.
  • Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
  • Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling.
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling.
  • Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
  • Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
  • Genetic Counseling/Counselor.
  • Infant/Toddler Mental Health Services.
  • Medical Family Therapy/Therapist.
  • Hospice and Palliative Care.
  • Trauma Counseling.
  • Reserved.
  • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

1,354

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

67.3%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$29,720

Out-of-State Tuition:

$29,720

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$20,404

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

56.64%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

608

Average SAT Math Score:

603