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Missouri Social Work Degree Programs

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

Missouri 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 35 schools who offer degree programs in the field of social work and human services.

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

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Social Work Schools in Missouri

St Charles Community CollegeCottleville, MO 1st for In-State Tuition $3,000 IN-STATE TUITION $5,664 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

5,250

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,000

Out-of-State Tuition:

$5,664

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

$3,875

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas CityKansas City, MO 2nd for In-State Tuition $3,630 IN-STATE TUITION $9,600 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate'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

10,586

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,630

Out-of-State Tuition:

$9,600

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

$5,332

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Saint Louis Community CollegeBridgeton, MO 3rd for In-State Tuition $3,660 IN-STATE TUITION $6,990 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
$25,219

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

11,240

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,660

Out-of-State Tuition:

$6,990

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

$7,052

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

North Central Missouri CollegeTrenton, MO 4th for In-State Tuition $4,260 IN-STATE TUITION $7,350 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate'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

1,113

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

Not enough data

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$4,260

Out-of-State Tuition:

$7,350

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

$9,476

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

City Vision UniversityKansas City, MO 5th for In-State Tuition $6,000 IN-STATE TUITION $6,000 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

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
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

132

Accredited By:

Distance Education Accrediting Commission

Graduation Rate:

0%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,000

Out-of-State Tuition:

$6,000

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

$6,262

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Urshan CollegeWentzville, MO 6th for In-State Tuition $7,420 IN-STATE TUITION $7,420 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

467

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

15.38%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,420

Out-of-State Tuition:

$7,420

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

$9,006

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

85.29%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional StudiesSpringfield, MO 7th for In-State Tuition $7,924 IN-STATE TUITION $7,924 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$20,078

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

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

712

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

25%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,924

Out-of-State Tuition:

$7,924

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

$14,507

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Missouri Southern State UniversityJoplin, MO 8th for In-State Tuition $8,026 IN-STATE TUITION $16,052 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$29,866

Program fields may include:

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

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

3,245

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

33.91%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,026

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,052

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

$10,097

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

99.48%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

515

Average SAT Math Score:

545

Lincoln UniversityJefferson City, MO 9th for In-State Tuition $8,386 IN-STATE TUITION $15,616 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

1,323

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

28.07%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,386

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,616

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

$9,423

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Missouri State University-SpringfieldSpringfield, MO 10th for In-State Tuition $8,604 IN-STATE TUITION $17,144 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$31,471
Master's Degree
$43,059

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

13,332

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

59.69%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,604

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,144

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

$17,262

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

92.56%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

555

Average SAT Math Score:

550

Southeast Missouri State UniversityCape Girardeau, MO 11th for In-State Tuition $9,015 IN-STATE TUITION $15,585 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$28,583

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

7,010

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

52.96%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,015

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,585

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

$14,288

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

86.31%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Missouri Western State UniversitySaint Joseph, MO 12th for In-State Tuition $9,090 IN-STATE TUITION $16,100 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$30,966

Program fields may include:

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

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

2,628

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

38.4%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,090

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,100

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

$11,702

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 Central MissouriWarrensburg, MO 13th for In-State Tuition $9,413 IN-STATE TUITION $17,453 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$29,402

Program fields may include:

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

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

5,920

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

51.84%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,413

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,453

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

$14,759

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

71.34%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Midwestern Baptist Theological SeminaryKansas City, MO 14th for In-State Tuition $9,480 IN-STATE TUITION $9,480 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • First Professional Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$33,191
First Professional 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

879

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

41.18%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,480

Out-of-State Tuition:

$9,480

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

$23,452

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.29%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Missouri-Kansas CityKansas City, MO 15th for In-State Tuition $11,287 IN-STATE TUITION $27,760 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$42,505

Program fields may include:

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

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

6,479

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

53.62%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$11,287

Out-of-State Tuition:

$27,760

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

$13,242

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

69.48%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

657

Average SAT Math Score:

668

University of Missouri-St LouisSaint Louis, MO 16th for In-State Tuition $11,693 IN-STATE TUITION $29,960 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$33,912
Master's Degree
$39,875

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

  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

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

5,378

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

57.26%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$11,693

Out-of-State Tuition:

$29,960

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

$11,986

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

51.11%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

575

Average SAT Math Score:

585

University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia, MO 17th for In-State Tuition $11,981 IN-STATE TUITION $31,970 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

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

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$41,353
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
Graduate/Professional Certificate
$44,875

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

23,206

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

74.21%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$11,981

Out-of-State Tuition:

$31,970

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

$19,979

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

79.13%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

625

Average SAT Math Score:

615

Park UniversityParkville, MO 18th for In-State Tuition $12,671 IN-STATE TUITION $12,671 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
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
$42,430

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

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program description:

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

Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

6,061

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

29.08%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$12,671

Out-of-State Tuition:

$12,671

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

$16,009

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Lindenwood UniversitySaint Charles, MO 19th for In-State Tuition $19,300 IN-STATE TUITION $19,300 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

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$27,885

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

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Program description:

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

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$38,165

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

4,627

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

47.61%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$19,300

Out-of-State Tuition:

$19,300

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

$16,806

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

74.02%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

525

Average SAT Math Score:

510

College of the OzarksPoint Lookout, MO 20th for In-State Tuition $20,290 IN-STATE TUITION $20,290 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

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

1,481

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

60.87%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$20,290

Out-of-State Tuition:

$20,290

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

$8,182

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

21.13%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

572

Average SAT Math Score:

540

Avila UniversityKansas City, MO 21st for In-State Tuition $22,390 IN-STATE TUITION $22,390 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

937

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

51.96%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$22,390

Out-of-State Tuition:

$22,390

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

$15,220

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.63%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

525

Average SAT Math Score:

522

Missouri Valley CollegeMarshall, MO 22nd for In-State Tuition $22,450 IN-STATE TUITION $22,450 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
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

1,269

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

23.53%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$22,450

Out-of-State Tuition:

$22,450

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

$18,706

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

61.24%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

465

Average SAT Math Score:

460

Columbia CollegeColumbia, MO 23rd for In-State Tuition $24,326 IN-STATE TUITION $24,326 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
$25,704
Bachelor's Degree
$30,656

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

5,486

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

33.99%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$24,326

Out-of-State Tuition:

$24,326

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

$24,422

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Hannibal-LaGrange UniversityHannibal, MO 24th for In-State Tuition $25,600 IN-STATE TUITION $25,600 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$30,019

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

397

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

40.14%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$25,600

Out-of-State Tuition:

$25,600

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

$20,679

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.11%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

585

Average SAT Math Score:

609

Evangel UniversitySpringfield, MO 25th for In-State Tuition $26,400 IN-STATE TUITION $26,400 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
Not enough data
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

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

1,246

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

48.63%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$26,400

Out-of-State Tuition:

$26,400

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

$20,848

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.91%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Southwest Baptist UniversityBolivar, MO 26th for In-State Tuition $27,038 IN-STATE TUITION $27,038 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

1,475

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

49.78%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$27,038

Out-of-State Tuition:

$27,038

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

$18,748

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

99.55%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

540

Average SAT Math Score:

565

Maryville University of Saint LouisSaint Louis, MO 27th for In-State Tuition $27,166 IN-STATE TUITION $27,166 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

5,781

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

74.51%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$27,166

Out-of-State Tuition:

$27,166

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

$24,410

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

87.76%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

560

Average SAT Math Score:

555

William Woods UniversityFulton, MO 28th for In-State Tuition $27,480 IN-STATE TUITION $27,480 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

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

754

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

52.66%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$27,480

Out-of-State Tuition:

$27,480

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

$23,531

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

61.47%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Fontbonne UniversitySaint Louis, MO 29th for In-State Tuition $28,696 IN-STATE TUITION $28,696 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

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
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

668

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

65.77%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$28,696

Out-of-State Tuition:

$28,696

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

$19,174

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.43%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Webster UniversitySaint Louis, MO 30th for In-State Tuition $29,840 IN-STATE TUITION $29,840 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master'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

2,174

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

57.33%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$29,840

Out-of-State Tuition:

$29,840

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

$22,378

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

55.1%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

582

Average SAT Math Score:

560

Westminster CollegeFulton, MO 31st for In-State Tuition $33,144 IN-STATE TUITION $33,144 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

607

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

61.47%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$33,144

Out-of-State Tuition:

$33,144

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

$26,380

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

75.28%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

520

Average SAT Math Score:

500

Missouri Baptist UniversitySaint Louis, MO 32nd for In-State Tuition $33,316 IN-STATE TUITION $33,316 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$30,127

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

  • 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

1,508

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

35.27%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$33,316

Out-of-State Tuition:

$33,316

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

$25,404

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

70.9%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

515

Average SAT Math Score:

475

Drury UniversitySpringfield, MO 33rd for In-State Tuition $33,830 IN-STATE TUITION $33,830 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Human Services, General.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$20,078

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

1,369

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

53.87%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$33,830

Out-of-State Tuition:

$33,830

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

$20,126

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

63.43%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

590

Average SAT Math Score:

570

Saint Louis UniversitySaint Louis, MO 34th for In-State Tuition $50,644 IN-STATE TUITION $50,644 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
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$41,115
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data

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
  • Doctoral Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data
Doctoral 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

7,332

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

80.29%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$50,644

Out-of-State Tuition:

$50,644

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

$26,548

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

84.71%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

665

Average SAT Math Score:

660

Washington University in St LouisSaint Louis, MO 35th for In-State Tuition $60,590 IN-STATE TUITION $60,590 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Social Work.

Degree Levels Offered

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

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$42,327
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
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
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program description:

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

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

7,801

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

94.82%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$60,590

Out-of-State Tuition:

$60,590

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

$20,768

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

11.76%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

750

Average SAT Math Score:

780