Rockford University · Rockford, Illinois
B.A. or B.S. in Social Work
What Should You Know About B.A. or B.S. in Social Work at Rockford University?
B.A. or B.S. in Social Work is a BA in Social Work program at Rockford University in Rockford, Illinois, offered on campus. Federal tuition and fees: $37,300 a year (2023-24). Rockford University's BSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026), not yet accredited.
Program Details
| Degree | BA in Social Work |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
From rockford.edu, reviewed October 1, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Rockford University's federal tuition and fees, $37,300 a year (2023-24), compare with a median of $13,212 across schools with a CSWE BSW.
After This BSW: Licensing in Illinois
- 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
- MSW to be licensed hereIllinois licenses social workers from the master's level
Illinois licenses social workers from the master's level. Illinois BSW license from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
BSW Programs at Nearby Schools
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) at Aurora University
Aurora University school profile · Aurora, ILFormatOn campusTuition$15,250per termAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campusTuition$11,205per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campusTuition$36,500per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 · NCESAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus480-hour practicumTuition$37,882per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 · NCESAccreditationCSWE
B.A. or B.S. in Social Work: Common Questions
How Much Does B.A. or B.S. in Social Work at Rockford University Cost?
Federal undergraduate tuition and fees for 2023-24: $37,300. Grants lower most students' price; confirm current rates with Rockford University.
Is B.A. or B.S. in Social Work CSWE Accredited?
Rockford University's BSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026), not yet accredited.