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The Catholic University of America BSW Program
What BSW Options Does the Catholic University of America Offer?
The Catholic University of America offers a BSW, offered on campus. It is CSWE-accredited. Federal tuition and fees: $55,834 a year (2023-24). Graduates can continue into The Catholic University of America's own MSW with advanced standing.
The the Catholic University of America BSW
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) at the Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America school profile · WashingtonFormatOn campusTuition$30,250per termAccreditationCSWE
Admission, Practicum and Cost at the Catholic University of America
| Program | Getting into the major | Field practicum | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) | Admission to the full-time curriculum of the School of Arts and Sciences or the Metropolitan School of Professional Studies; applicants apply to the University through the College of Arts and Sciences | Two-semester, 14-hour-per-week internship in the senior year | $30,250 per semester full time (12+ credits); $2,390 per credit hour part time (National Catholic School of Social Service undergraduate rate) |
From The Catholic University of America's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed October 1, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How the Catholic University of America Compares
The Catholic University of America's undergraduate tuition and fees, $55,834 a year (2023-24), are above the median of $13,212 across schools with a CSWE BSW (555th lowest of 565). It awarded 7 social work bachelor's degrees in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 2nd of 2 in District of Columbia and 453rd of 527 nationally among schools on this site.
| The Catholic University of America | District of Columbia median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, 2023-24 | $55,834 | $18,382 | $13,212 |
Medians across schools on this site with a CSWE BSW (federal figures, NCES College Navigator). The BSW cost comparison puts The Catholic University of America beside other schools.
From the Catholic University of America's BSW to an MSW
The Catholic University of America runs Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) - on campus, which admits BSW graduates with advanced standing: Offered. Advanced standing is open to graduates of any CSWE-accredited BSW, at The Catholic University of America or elsewhere.
The Catholic University of America MSW details on mswdegree.com · How BSW-to-MSW advanced standing works
Is the Catholic University of America's BSW CSWE Accredited?
The Catholic University of America's BSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in. All CSWE-accredited BSW programs
Federal data (IPEDS) show The Catholic University of America awarded 7 social work bachelor's degrees in 2022-23.
From the Catholic University of America's BSW to a District of Columbia License
- 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 level (17 DCMR 7004.6; D.C. Code 3-1208.01 requires the examination process at the associate level))Or an MSW in about a year with advanced standing
District of Columbia licenses BSW graduates as the Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA) after the ASWB Associate level (17 DCMR 7004.6; D.C. Code 3-1208.01 requires the examination process at the associate level) exam.
District of Columbia BSW license from its social work board · BSW license checker
Similar BSW Programs to Compare With the Catholic University of America
Campus BSW programs at the nearest other CSWE-accredited schools:
B.A. in Social Work (B.S.W.) at Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University school profile · Washington, DCFormat–Tuition$18,382per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 · NCESAccreditationCSWEBachelor of Social Work at University of the District of Columbia
University of the District of Columbia school profile · Washington, DCFormat–Tuition$324per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campusTuition$3,336per term · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOn campus450-hour practicumTuition$13,815per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
University of Maryland-Baltimore County school profile · Baltimore, MDFormatOn campusTuition$4,999per term · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
The Catholic University of America BSW: Common Questions
Is the Catholic University of America's BSW CSWE Accredited?
The Catholic University of America's BSW is listed as accredited in the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) directory (September 2026). CSWE accredits the program, which covers every format the school offers it in.
Does the Catholic University of America Offer an Online BSW?
No. The Catholic University of America's BSW is offered on campus, according to its own pages.
How Do You Get Into the Catholic University of America's Social Work Major?
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.): Admission to the full-time curriculum of the School of Arts and Sciences or the Metropolitan School of Professional Studies; applicants apply to the University through the College of Arts and Sciences.
How Much Does the Catholic University of America's BSW Cost?
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.): $30,250 per semester full time (12+ credits); $2,390 per credit hour part time (National Catholic School of Social Service undergraduate rate) (2026-27). Federal undergraduate tuition and fees for 2023-24: $55,834. Grants and scholarships lower most students' price.
How Many Field Practicum Hours Does the Catholic University of America's BSW Require?
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.): Two-semester, 14-hour-per-week internship in the senior year.
Can the Catholic University of America BSW Graduates Get Advanced Standing in an MSW?
Yes. The Catholic University of America runs Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) - on campus, which admits BSW graduates with advanced standing (Offered). Any CSWE BSW qualifies you for advanced standing at other schools too.
More BSW Programs in District of Columbia
Sources
- ncsss.catholic.edu: program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed October 1, 2026
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs (September 2026)
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS: 2022-23 completions and 2023-24 tuition and fees
- District of Columbia Board of Social Work (DC Health)