Study Bachelor of Arts in Social Work at Lewis University in the USA, College of Education and Social Sciences
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Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

USA

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What will I learn?

Students who study Social Work at Lewis University prepare to serve diverse populations and advance human rights. During the program, social work majors will learn to recognize the value of human relationships, think critically and understand research in practice. Upon graduation, they will be qualified to apply for social work licensure in the State of Illinois. Lewis also offers a minor in Social Work for students of any academic background to complement their degree. The Department of Social Work Bachelor’s degree program at Lewis University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Commission on Accreditation (CSWE).

Which department am I in?

College of Education and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$41,900.00 per year
International Student Insurance (Fall/Spring semester) - $1,025

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/11/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Romeoville Campus

One University Parkway,

Romeoville,

Illinois,

60446, Midwest, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$41,900.00 per year
International Student Insurance (Fall/Spring semester) - $1,025

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Romeoville Campus

One University Parkway,

Romeoville,

Illinois,

60446, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students interested in declaring a Social Work major must

  1. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
  2. Have earned at least a "C" in SCWK 20000 Introduction to Social Work, SCWK 21500 Cultural Humility and Social Power, and SCWK 25000 Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE)
  3. Be registered for SCWK 39000 Social Work Practice with Individuals
  4. Submit an application to the BASW Program Director, which includes an application, a personal statement, and two recommendation forms from previous course instructors
  5. Secondary School Transcripts, or National Exam results
  6. Secondary school completion certificate
  7. English Proficiency exam scores
  8. Copy of passport

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Lewis University

Lewis University places a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning with small class sizes and a personalized teaching approach.

  • Excellent value college with focus on real life learning
  • Over 50 undergraduate and graduate programs
  • Diverse student body with large international presence
  • High regional ranking and highly reviewed by students

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