Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

At Portland State University (PSU) Social Work is an academic discipline and a practice profession. Social workers envision an economically, socially, and racially just world in which resources and opportunities are more equitably distributed. Social workers engage in critical analyses of power relations, aim to dismantle inequitable social structures, and work in solidarity with groups that experience poverty, oppression, and exploitation. Social workers assist individuals, families, groups, and communities to achieve their goals, while also working toward macro-level, policy, and institutional change.

Students interested in the Social Work program want to assist others, serve their communities, and work toward social change. A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at PSU could be the path to a meaningful career in social work, human services, and other health and education fields.

Social Work at PSU Offers:

In addition to being admitted to PSU, students must apply separately to the Bachelor in Social Work (BSW) program. The BSW program only admits students once a year for fall term.