Social Work, B.S.W
Do you have a knack for listening and offering advice? Are you called to social justice and making an impact for change? Social work may be the right degree for you!
Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education CSWE and is a national accreditation so meets requirements in all the US States as outlined by Title IV., it should meet the requirements to apply to the licensure examination in all 50 states.
Students interested in a social work degree are committed to the well-being of individuals, groups, families, and communities, with particular regard for those who are, or who have been, oppressed, marginalized or otherwise disfranchised. The BSW curriculum is designed to prepare students to engage in generalist social work practice and work in a broad array of social service agencies. As part of the academic program, students complete 500 hours of practicum at a social services agency and complete a capstone project that reflects learning in class and in the field. The Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at Avila University is accredited through the Council on Social Work Education.
Campus Information
Kansas City
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- A Supportive Environment: Join a collegial workplace where collaboration, respect, and shared purpose are central to our culture.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a university that prioritizes student success and values service, integrity, and lifelong learning.
- Opportunities to Grow: We invest in your professional development with access to training, leadership opportunities, and resources to help you advance.
- Work-Life Balance: Avila offers competitive compensation, generous leave policies, and a strong commitment to employee well-being.
- Stability with Vision: As a long-standing institution with a focus on innovation, Avila combines tradition with forward-thinking strategies for growth and impact.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
TOEFL (iBT)
An overall score of at least 65 iBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic)
An overall score of at least 5.5 with no individual band score below 5.0
Duolingo English Test
An overall score of at least 95
Pearson PTE Academic
An overall score of at least 46
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
166000 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD