Nevada · Verified October 2026
Social Work Programs in Nevada
Where Can You Earn a BSW in Nevada, and Can You Be Licensed With It?
2 schools in Nevada offer a CSWE bachelor of social work, including University of Nevada-Las Vegas and University of Nevada-Reno. In-state tuition and fees at Nevada public universities start at $8,994 a year (2023-24). Nevada licenses BSW graduates as the Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
- 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: LSW (ASWB Bachelors)Or an MSW in about a year with advanced standing
- CSWE BSW schools
- 2
- BSW options
- 2
- online options
- 0
- lowest public in-state tuition, 2023-24
- $8,994
- BSW license
- LSW
Does Nevada License BSW Graduates?
Yes: the Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- License
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Degree required
- Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
- Exam
- ASWB Bachelors
From Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers, reviewed 2026-09-30. Nevada board of social work · BSW license checker
Nevada BSW Schools Compared
| School | Formats | CSWE | Tuition and fees, 2023-24 | Transfer or completion | Own MSW with advanced standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada-RenoReno · Public | CSWE | $8,994$25,950 out-of-state | Yes | ||
| University of Nevada-Las VegasLas Vegas · Public | CSWE | $9,142$26,098 out-of-state | 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 Nevada
2 programs in Nevada
Bachelor of Social Work at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
University of Nevada-Las Vegas school profile · Las VegasFormat–Tuition$313per credit · resident rate · with feesAccreditationCSWE- Format–Tuition$313per credit · resident rateAccreditationCSWE
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 Nevada
By the federal figures for 2023-24, tuition and fees at Nevada's BSW schools run from $8,994 at University of Nevada-Reno to $9,142 at University of Nevada-Las Vegas; the Nevada median is $8,994, against $13,212 nationally. Public universities charge residents less: 2 of 2 schools here are public.
| School | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada-Reno tuitionPublic | $8,994 | $25,950 |
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas tuitionPublic | $9,142 | $26,098 |
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 Nevada
2 Nevada schools also run an MSW that admits BSW graduates with advanced standing, usually about a year of study instead of two: University of Nevada-Las Vegas and University of Nevada-Reno. 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 Nevada
By BSWs awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), University of Nevada-Las Vegas has Nevada's largest program, followed by University of Nevada-Reno. Size tells you how many classmates and field placement partners to expect, not how good a program is.
| School | BSWs awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas social work | 104 |
| University of Nevada-Reno social work | 84 |
Online BSW Options for Nevada Residents
Beyond Nevada's own schools, 132 online BSW options at schools in other states accept students from many states. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Nevada residents and arrange your field practicum in Nevada.
| 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 Nevada
| Occupation | Nevada median | U.S. median | Jobs in Nevada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $61,080 | $59,550 | 4,030 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $38,570 | $45,930 | 2,420 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $75,840 | $66,270 | 780 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $65,570 | $80,390 | 1,200 |
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 Nevada Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many BSW Programs Are in Nevada?
2 schools in Nevada run a BSW that CSWE lists as accredited or in candidacy, 2 options in all, each checked on the school's own site in October 2026.
Can You Be Licensed With a BSW in Nevada?
Yes. Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers issues the Licensed Social Worker (LSW), 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 Nevada Residents Earn a BSW Online?
Yes. 132 online BSW options at schools in other states accept students from many states; confirm each school can enroll Nevada residents and place you in a field practicum in Nevada. Online BSW programs.
What Is the Most Affordable BSW in Nevada?
By federal figures for 2023-24, the lowest in-state tuition and fees at a Nevada public university with a CSWE BSW are at University of Nevada-Reno ($8,994) and University of Nevada-Las Vegas ($9,142). Grants lower most students' price further.
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Sources
- Official program, tuition and admissions pages of the 2 Nevada schools listed, reviewed October 2026
- Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers
- 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