About Social Work, B.s. in Saint Louis University
Put yourself in a position to improve the quality of life of individuals and communities faced with poverty, serious illness or disability with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work (B.S.S.W.). Through your coursework at Saint Louis University's School for Professional Studies, you’ll prepare for generalist social work practice in a program that integrates knowledge and skills with field experience.
After finishing your major’s prerequisites in the School for Professional Studies, where you will take your classes online, you will complete the remainder of your classes in an on-campus, eight-week format through SLU's School of Social Work. During your senior year, you will spend two to three days a week in a social service agency of your choice, supervised by an experienced social worker. High-achieving students may apply to the accelerated master’s program during their junior year of study, through which they can earn a Bachelor of Science in Social Work in four years and a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) with just one additional year of study.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE : 54
Saint Louis University Highlights
University Type |
Private |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Annual Endowment |
1.23 million USD |
Student Retention Rate |
91% |
Work-study program |
Yes |
Mode of Program |
Full time; part-time; online |
Cost of Attendance |
57,214 USD |
Campus Housing Capacity |
51% |
Admission Helpdesk |
admission@slu.edu | 314-977-2500 |
Saint Louis University Annual Cost to Attend
Fee |
Cost |
Tuition |
$44,700 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
Other Fees |
$724 |
Room and Board |
$12,600 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,644 |
Total One Year Cost |
$62,868 |