Arizona · Verified October 2026
Social Work Programs in Arizona
Where Can You Earn a BSW in Arizona, and Can You Be Licensed With It?
4 schools in Arizona offer a CSWE bachelor of social work, including Arizona State University, Grand Canyon University and Northern Arizona University. 5 options are online. In-state tuition and fees at Arizona public universities start at $12,051 a year (2023-24). Arizona licenses BSW graduates as the Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW).
- 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: LBSW (ASWB Bachelors)Or an MSW in about a year with advanced standing
- CSWE BSW schools
- 4
- BSW options
- 6
- online options
- 5
- lowest public in-state tuition, 2023-24
- $12,051
- BSW license
- LBSW
Does Arizona License BSW Graduates?
Yes: the Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
- License
- Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
- Degree required
- Baccalaureate degree in social work from a regionally accredited college or university in a CSWE-accredited program, or a board-approved substantially equivalent foreign degree
- Exam
- ASWB Bachelors
From Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, reviewed 2026-09-30. Arizona board of social work · BSW license checker
Arizona BSW Schools Compared
| School | Formats | CSWE | Tuition and fees, 2023-24 | Transfer or completion | Own MSW with advanced standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix-ArizonaPhoenix · Private for-profit | Online | CSWE | $9,552 | Yes | |
| Arizona State UniversityTempe · Public | Campus, Online | CSWE | $12,051$32,193 out-of-state | Yes | Yes |
| Northern Arizona UniversityFlagstaff · Public | Campus, Online | CSWE | $12,652$28,900 out-of-state | Yes | Yes |
| Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix · Private for-profit | Campus, Online | CSWE | $17,450 | Yes | Yes |
Programs from each school's own pages, reviewed October 2026; CSWE status from CSWE's directory. Tuition and fees are the federal figures for a full-time undergraduate year, 2023-24 (NCES College Navigator).
Every BSW Program in Arizona
6 programs in Arizona
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University school profile · PhoenixFormatOn campus, OnlineTuition$8,250per termAccreditationCSWE- FormatOn campus480-hour practicumTuition$12,051per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnline480-hour practicumTuition$12,051per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE
- FormatOnlineTuition$12,051per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE
Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work at Northern Arizona University
Northern Arizona University school profile · FlagstaffFormatOn campus, Online450-hour practicumTuition$12,652per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 (in-state) · NCESAccreditationCSWE- FormatOnline400-hour practicumTuition$9,552per year, tuition and fees 2023-24 · NCESAccreditationCSWE
No programs match these filters.
Program facts come from each school's own pages, reviewed October 2026. Tuition is the program's own published rate where the school states one; otherwise it's the school's federal undergraduate tuition and fees for a full-time year, 2023-24 (in-state at public universities), from NCES College Navigator. "Resident rate" means the school charges nonresidents more. CSWE status comes from CSWE's directory of accredited programs.
What a BSW Costs in Arizona
By the federal figures for 2023-24, tuition and fees at Arizona's BSW schools run from $9,552 at University of Phoenix-Arizona to $17,450 at Grand Canyon University; the Arizona median is $12,051, against $13,212 nationally. Public universities charge residents less: 2 of 4 schools here are public.
| School | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix-Arizona tuitionPrivate for-profit | $9,552 | $9,552 |
| Arizona State University tuitionPublic | $12,051 | $32,193 |
| Northern Arizona University tuitionPublic | $12,652 | $28,900 |
| Grand Canyon University tuitionPrivate for-profit | $17,450 | $17,450 |
Full-time undergraduate tuition and required fees, 2023-24 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS). Compare schools side by side with the BSW cost comparison.
From a BSW to an MSW in Arizona
3 Arizona schools also run an MSW that admits BSW graduates with advanced standing, usually about a year of study instead of two: Arizona State University, Grand Canyon University and Northern Arizona University. Advanced standing is open to graduates of any CSWE BSW, so you can also move to another school.
How BSW-to-MSW advanced standing works · Find a same-school MSW route
Largest BSW Programs in Arizona
By BSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), Grand Canyon University has Arizona's largest program, followed by Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University. Size tells you how many classmates and field placement partners to expect, not how good a program is.
| School | BSWs awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| Grand Canyon University social work | 359 |
| Arizona State University social work | 183 |
| Northern Arizona University social work | 135 |
| University of Phoenix-Arizona social work | 31 |
Online BSW Options for Arizona Residents
Beyond Arizona's own schools, 127 online BSW options at schools in other states accept students from many states. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Arizona residents and arrange your field practicum in Arizona.
| Lowest published per-credit rates, same for every state | Per credit |
|---|---|
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro: Bachillerato en Artes con Concentración en Trabajo Social (BATS)Bachillerato en Artes con Concentración en Trabajo Social (BATS) · Puerto Rico | $207 |
| University of the Cumberlands: Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW), OnlineBachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW), Online · Kentucky | $220 |
| Avila University: Bachelor of Social Work OnlineBachelor of Social Work Online · Missouri | $300 |
| Charter Oak State College: Bachelor of Science in Social WorkBachelor of Science in Social Work · Connecticut | $329 |
| Briar Cliff University: Bachelor of Social Work (online degree completion)Bachelor of Social Work (online degree completion) · Iowa | $340 |
| Capella University: Bachelor of Social WorkBachelor of Social Work · Minnesota | $350 |
Compare every option on the online BSW programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Pay for BSW Jobs in Arizona
| Occupation | Arizona median | U.S. median | Jobs in Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $50,150 | $59,550 | 7,560 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $40,730 | $45,930 | 7,290 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $60,910 | $66,270 | 1,100 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $77,550 | $80,390 | 3,010 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. A high median on few jobs describes a small market. What you can do with a BSW.
Social Work Programs Near Arizona Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many BSW Programs Are in Arizona?
4 schools in Arizona run a BSW that CSWE lists as accredited or in candidacy, 6 options in all, each checked on the school's own site in October 2026.
Can You Be Licensed With a BSW in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners issues the Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW), which requires the ASWB Bachelors exam. It's a license for generalist practice; independent clinical practice needs an MSW, supervised experience and a clinical license.
Can Arizona Residents Earn a BSW Online?
Yes. 5 Arizona options are offered online, and 127 online BSW options at schools in other states accept students from many states; confirm each school can enroll Arizona residents and place you in a field practicum in Arizona. Online BSW programs.
What Is the Most Affordable BSW in Arizona?
By federal figures for 2023-24, the lowest in-state tuition and fees at a Arizona public university with a CSWE BSW are at Arizona State University ($12,051) and Northern Arizona University ($12,652). Grants lower most students' price further.
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Sources
- Official program, tuition and admissions pages of the 4 Arizona schools listed, reviewed October 2026
- Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), directory of accredited programs
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS: 2022-23 completions and 2023-24 tuition and fees
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025