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Arkansas Social Work Degree Programs - 2024

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

Arkansas Social Work Degree Programs Ranked and Sorted
Social Worker License

by Social Worker License Staff

Updated: November 7th, 2023

Social Worker License has analyzed data from 18 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

Arkansas State University-NewportNewport, AR 1st for In-State Tuition $2,856 IN-STATE TUITION $4,320 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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

1,163

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$2,856

Out-of-State Tuition:

$4,320

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

$7,903

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 $3,004 IN-STATE TUITION $5,356 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

627

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,004

Out-of-State Tuition:

$5,356

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

$4,901

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Phillips Community College of the University of ArkansasHelena, AR 3rd for In-State Tuition $3,020 IN-STATE TUITION $4,910 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

611

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,020

Out-of-State Tuition:

$4,910

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

$4,078

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 4th for In-State Tuition $5,754 IN-STATE TUITION $13,026 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

4,188

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

39.5%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$5,754

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,026

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

$9,336

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 5th for In-State Tuition $7,130 IN-STATE TUITION $12,698 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

7,478

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

53.08%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,130

Out-of-State Tuition:

$12,698

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

$13,430

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

63.29%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

565

Henderson State UniversityArkadelphia, AR 6th 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

2,205

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

39.74%

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):

$16,696

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

75.01%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

527

Average SAT Math Score:

538

Arkansas Tech UniversityRussellville, AR 7th for In-State Tuition $7,900 IN-STATE TUITION $13,636 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

6,467

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

41.88%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,900

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,636

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

$12,191

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.37%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Arkansas at MonticelloMonticello, AR 8th for In-State Tuition $8,029 IN-STATE TUITION $13,879 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

1,946

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

25.4%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,029

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,879

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

$12,907

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 Little RockLittle Rock, AR 9th 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

5,025

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

43.59%

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):

$15,868

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

57.69%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

555

Average SAT Math Score:

545

University of Arkansas at Pine BluffPine Bluff, AR 10th for In-State Tuition $8,398 IN-STATE TUITION $15,268 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

2,444

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

36.51%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,398

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,268

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

$10,542

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.53%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

464

Average SAT Math Score:

449

Arkansas Baptist CollegeLittle Rock, AR 11th 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

414

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

5%

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):

$12,951

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Southern Arkansas University Main CampusMagnolia, AR 12th for In-State Tuition $9,410 IN-STATE TUITION $14,630 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

2,795

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

43.32%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,410

Out-of-State Tuition:

$14,630

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

$15,873

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

62.6%

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 $9,563 IN-STATE TUITION $16,433 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

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

7,763

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

45.06%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,563

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,433

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

$14,735

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

92.37%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

520

University of ArkansasFayetteville, AR 14th for In-State Tuition $9,574 IN-STATE TUITION $26,390 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

24,001

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

68.19%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,574

Out-of-State Tuition:

$26,390

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

$14,998

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

82.67%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

575

Average SAT Math Score:

560

Philander Smith CollegeLittle Rock, AR 15th 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

709

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

43.7%

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):

$14,847

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 16th for In-State Tuition $22,230 IN-STATE TUITION $22,230 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

3,262

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

69.49%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$22,230

Out-of-State Tuition:

$22,230

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

$20,429

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

54.14%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

595

Average SAT Math Score:

580

John Brown UniversitySiloam Springs, AR 17th for In-State Tuition $28,924 IN-STATE TUITION $28,924 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

1,381

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

71.62%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$28,924

Out-of-State Tuition:

$28,924

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

$18,641

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

52.87%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

608

Average SAT Math Score:

603

University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle Rock, AR 18th for In-State Tuition N/A IN-STATE TUITION N/A OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
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

1,072

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

Not enough data

Out-of-State Tuition:

Not enough data

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

Not enough data

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A