Spring Arbor University · Spring Arbor, Michigan
Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom
What Should You Know About Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom at Spring Arbor University?
Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom is a BSW program at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan, offered online. It requires 120 credits. Published tuition: $541 per credit. Spring Arbor University's BSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.
Program Details
| Degree | BSW |
|---|---|
| Format | online |
| Credits | 120 credits |
| Tuition | $541 per credit hour (Online or Virtual Classroom), Online Undergraduate tuition schedule (2026-27) |
From springarbor.edu, reviewed October 1, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Its published rate of $541 per credit is the 42nd lowest of 52 online BSW options on this site that publish one (median $445).
- Spring Arbor University's federal tuition and fees, $32,580 a year (2023-24), compare with a median of $13,212 across schools with a CSWE BSW.
After This BSW: Licensing in Michigan
- 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: Limited SST (none)Or an MSW in about a year with advanced standing
Michigan licenses BSW graduates as the Limited Social Service Technician (Limited SST). Michigan BSW license from its board. Online students licensed in another state follow that state's board.
Other BSW Options at Spring Arbor University
- FormatOn campusTuition$36,200per yearAccreditationCSWE
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Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom: Common Questions
How Much Does Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom at Spring Arbor University Cost?
$541 per credit hour (Online or Virtual Classroom), Online Undergraduate tuition schedule (2026-27). Federal undergraduate tuition and fees for 2023-24: $32,580. Grants lower most students' price; confirm current rates with Spring Arbor University.
Can Graduates of Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom Go on to an MSW?
Spring Arbor University's own Master of Social Work (MSW) admits BSW graduates with advanced standing. Any CSWE BSW qualifies you for advanced standing at other schools too.
Is Social Work (BSW), Online and Virtual Classroom CSWE Accredited?
Spring Arbor University's BSW is listed as accredited in CSWE's directory (September 2026); the accreditation covers this format.