Olivet, Michigan
The University of Olivet BSW Program
What BSW Options Does the University of Olivet Offer?
The University of Olivet offers a BSW, offered online. It is in CSWE candidacy, not yet accredited. Federal tuition and fees: $33,076 a year (2023-24).
The the University of Olivet BSW
- FormatOnlineTuition$450per creditAccreditationCandidacy
Admission, Practicum and Cost at the University of Olivet
| Program | Getting into the major | Field practicum | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (online BSW degree completion) | Two-step process: admission to the university, then application to the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program; designed for students entering at the junior levelTransfer: Accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions; Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer) | $450 per credit, online degree completion |
From The University of Olivet'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 University of Olivet Compares
The University of Olivet's undergraduate tuition and fees, $33,076 a year (2023-24), are above the median of $13,212 across schools with a CSWE BSW (406th lowest of 565).
| The University of Olivet | Michigan median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, 2023-24 | $33,076 | $15,988 | $13,212 |
Medians across schools on this site with a CSWE BSW (federal figures, NCES College Navigator). The BSW cost comparison puts The University of Olivet beside other schools.
Is the University of Olivet's BSW CSWE Accredited?
The University of Olivet's BSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026): it is working toward accreditation but is not yet accredited. CSWE treats students who graduate after a program earns initial accreditation as graduates of an accredited program, so confirm the program's expected accreditation date before you enroll. All CSWE-accredited BSW programs
From the University of Olivet's BSW to a Michigan 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: 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) after the none exam.
Michigan BSW license from its social work board · BSW license checker
Similar BSW Programs to Compare With the University of Olivet
Online BSW programs at other CSWE-accredited schools, lowest published per-credit rate first:
- FormatOn campus, OnlineTuition$207per creditAccreditationCSWE
Bachelor of Social Work at Fort Hays State University
Fort Hays State University school profile · Hays, KSFormatOn campus, Online400-hour practicumTuition$216per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWEBachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW), Online at University of the Cumberlands
University of the Cumberlands school profile · Williamsburg, KYFormatOnlineTuition$220per creditAccreditationCSWEBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) at University of Arkansas at Little Rock
University of Arkansas at Little Rock school profile · Little Rock, ARFormatOn campus, OnlineTuition$234per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWESocial Work Comprehensive, Bachelor of Science at University of Nebraska at Kearney
University of Nebraska at Kearney school profile · Kearney, NEFormatOn campus, OnlineTuition$244per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
The University of Olivet BSW: Common Questions
Is the University of Olivet's BSW CSWE Accredited?
The University of Olivet's BSW is in CSWE candidacy (September 2026): it is working toward accreditation but is not yet accredited. CSWE treats students who graduate after a program earns initial accreditation as graduates of an accredited program, so confirm the program's expected accreditation date before you enroll.
Does the University of Olivet Offer an Online BSW?
Yes. Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (online BSW degree completion) is offered online.
How Do You Get Into the University of Olivet's Social Work Major?
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (online BSW degree completion): Two-step process: admission to the university, then application to the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program; designed for students entering at the junior level.
Can You Transfer Into the University of Olivet's BSW?
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (online BSW degree completion): Accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions; Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer).
How Much Does the University of Olivet's BSW Cost?
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (online BSW degree completion): $450 per credit, online degree completion (2026-27). Federal undergraduate tuition and fees for 2023-24: $33,076. Grants and scholarships lower most students' price.
More BSW Programs in Michigan
- Adrian CollegeAdrian
- Andrews UniversityBerrien Springs
- Calvin UniversityGrand Rapids
- Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant
- Cornerstone UniversityGrand Rapids
- Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilanti
- Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids
- Grand Valley State UniversityAllendale
- All social work programs in MichiganState guide and BSW license
Sources
- uolivet.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
- Michigan Board of Social Work, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing