Hawaii Social Work Degree Programs - 2024

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

Hawaii 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 12 schools who offer degree programs in the field of social work and human services.

Whether you live in Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo or elsewhere in Hawaii, you can find the right social work or human services degree program for you. Filter schools in Hawaii by degree level and field type. Rank schools by features that matter to you. Explore all the social work programs offered in Hawaii below.

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Data Source:

Dept. of Education - 2024

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Type of Institution

Program Fields (and degrees offered)

Social Work Schools in Hawaii

Honolulu Community CollegeHonolulu, HI 1st for In-State Tuition $3,174 IN-STATE TUITION $8,310 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

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 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

2,099

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,174

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,310

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

$7,024

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Hawaii Community CollegeHilo, HI 2nd for In-State Tuition $3,204 IN-STATE TUITION $8,340 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.

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

1,634

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,204

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,340

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

$9,282

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Leeward Community CollegePearl City, HI 3rd for In-State Tuition $3,209 IN-STATE TUITION $8,345 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

4,085

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,209

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,345

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

$7,460

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Kauai Community CollegeLihue, HI 4th for In-State Tuition $3,252 IN-STATE TUITION $8,388 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

817

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,252

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,388

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

$8,827

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 Hawaii Maui CollegeKahului, HI 5th for In-State Tuition $3,278 IN-STATE TUITION $8,414 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

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 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

1,915

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Graduation Rate:

50%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,278

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,414

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

$8,642

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Kapiolani Community CollegeHonolulu, HI 6th for In-State Tuition $3,284 IN-STATE TUITION $8,420 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

4,039

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,284

Out-of-State Tuition:

$8,420

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

$6,550

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Brigham Young University-HawaiiLaie, HI 7th for In-State Tuition $6,068 IN-STATE TUITION $6,068 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

2,861

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Graduation Rate:

58.31%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,068

Out-of-State Tuition:

$6,068

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

$14,904

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

87.69%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

598

Average SAT Math Score:

570

University of Hawaii-West OahuKapolei, HI 8th for In-State Tuition $7,584 IN-STATE TUITION $20,544 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

2,651

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Graduation Rate:

30.37%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,584

Out-of-State Tuition:

$20,544

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

$12,423

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.62%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

575

Average SAT Math Score:

520

University of Hawaii at ManoaHonolulu, HI 9th for In-State Tuition $12,186 IN-STATE TUITION $34,218 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$27,066
Master's Degree
$47,381
Doctoral 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

13,839

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Graduation Rate:

64.23%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$12,186

Out-of-State Tuition:

$34,218

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

$13,430

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

69.98%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

605

Average SAT Math Score:

580

Hawaii Medical CollegeHonolulu, HI 10th for In-State Tuition $26,037 IN-STATE TUITION $26,037 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

Private for-profit

Total Enrollment

354

Accredited By:

Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$26,037

Out-of-State Tuition:

$26,037

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

$36,443

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Hawaii Pacific UniversityHonolulu, HI 11th for In-State Tuition $30,020 IN-STATE TUITION $30,020 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.

Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$42,902

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

2,726

Accredited By:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Graduation Rate:

44.19%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$30,020

Out-of-State Tuition:

$30,020

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

$27,434

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

85.32%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

584

Average SAT Math Score:

570

University of Phoenix-HawaiiKapolei, HI 12th for In-State Tuition N/A IN-STATE TUITION N/A OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$32,912

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 for-profit

Total Enrollment

55

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

27.27%

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