B.S.W. in Social Work
Relieve suffering, affect social change and empower people and organizations to overcome obstacles and lead productive lives
The Bachelor of Social Work at Ole Miss prepares students to integrate the knowledge, values and skills of the social work profession for competent practice in settings with individuals, families, groups, organizations, institutions and communities.
Key Benefits
Experienced faculty empower BSW students to use theoretical frameworks supported by empirical evidence to understand individual development and behavior across the life span and the interactions among individuals.
Graduate Outcomes
Social workers are needed in a variety of educational, health care, government agency, community and private practice settings. In a 2016 employment survey, 89 percent of the program's graduates found employment within six months of graduation.
Experiences Offered
Every BSW student at the UM completes an internship based on their professional interest in a variety of settings, including departments of human services, multiple health areas, corrections/youth services, youth courts, and schools.
B.S.W. in Social Work Faculty
The social work faculty at UM is diverse in terms of educational background and work experience. Prior to joining the faculty, instructors worked in such areas as public welfare, child welfare, mental health, gerontology and marital and family counseling.
Course Requirements
Specific requirements for the major include SW 201 OR 315, 216 OR 316, 321, 322, 330, 335, 340, 417, 436, 437, 438, 450, 495, and 496.
Admissions Requirements
Students may declare a major in social work without formal application to the program. They will be considered pre-majors. After successful completion of certain programs, the student makes formal application to the department for admission to the program.
Student Organizations
The Student Social Work Organization for undergraduate students is a volunteer group through which students can develop a support network of peers. Members are encouraged to perform 20 hours of volunteer service each year.