Bridgewater State University · Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
What Should You Know About Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Bridgewater State University?
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is a BSW program at Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, offered on campus. Published tuition: $12,790 per year (resident rate). Bridgewater State University's BSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | BSW |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Part time | Offered |
| Transfer pathways | Transfer Services evaluates transfer credits |
| Tuition | $12,790 tuition and fees per year for Massachusetts residents; $18,930 for non-residents, 2026-27 |
From bridgew.edu, reviewed October 1, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Bridgewater State University's federal tuition and fees, $11,389 a year in-state (2023-24), compare with a median of $13,212 across schools with a CSWE BSW.
After This BSW: Licensing in Massachusetts
- First years: general education and intro coursesPsychology, sociology, human biology, intro to social work
- Apply to the social work majorUsually in the second year, with a GPA minimum
- Senior field practicumAt least 400 supervised hours in an agency
- License: LSWA (ASWB Associate)Or an MSW in about a year with advanced standing
Massachusetts licenses BSW graduates as the Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA). Massachusetts BSW license from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
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Bachelor of Social Work (BSW): Common Questions
How Much Does Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Bridgewater State University Cost?
$12,790 tuition and fees per year for Massachusetts residents; $18,930 for non-residents, 2026-27 (2026-27). Federal undergraduate tuition and fees for 2023-24: $11,389 in-state, $17,529 out-of-state. Grants lower most students' price; confirm current rates with Bridgewater State University.
Can You Transfer Into Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)?
Transfer Services evaluates transfer credits.
Can Graduates of Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Go on to an MSW?
Bridgewater State University's own Master of Social Work admits BSW graduates with advanced standing. Any CSWE BSW qualifies you for advanced standing at other schools too.
Is Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) CSWE Accredited?
Bridgewater State University's BSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.