Undergraduate Social Work Program

Degrees Granted
BSW, Minor
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Locations
Garden City, Hauppauge, Manhattan, Middletown

Join one of the highest-ranked programs in the country, designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in social work.

Why Earn Your Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work?

You will learn the knowledge, values, and skills to be an effective social worker. With a BSW, your career options are limitless. You will be able to provide professional services (i.e. case management and crisis intervention) to those in need. You can join the illustrious ranks of social workers in hospitals, schools, child welfare, senior centers, community organizing, policy making and policy advocacy.

Why Major in Social Work at Adelphi University in New York?

  • Learn in small classes taught by our world-class faculty, who will guide you academically and professionally.
  • Gain a deep understanding of social issues through our innovative curriculum, emphasizing hands-on learning in real-world community settings.
  • Graduate career-ready after two years of valuable internship experiences in the New York area.
  • As a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school, students with a BSW are eligible to obtain their MSW in one year with 30 credits through the Advanced Standing Program.
  • Save on tuition with a generous Social Work Scholarship or Merit Transfer Scholarship. Awards range as high as $18,000 annually if you qualify.

有了社会工作学位你能做什么?

作为一名社会工作者,你可以在心理健康、戒毒所、医疗机构、学校、庇护所、家庭暴力预防项目、法医、刑事司法系统、法律援助、社区中心、立法机构、倡导团体、移民和难民项目以及更多的职业选择中工作。

Stravroula Kyriakakis, PhD teaching social work students at the Manhattan Center.

93%* * based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2020
of our 2020 baccalaureate graduates say that Adelphi University increased their intellectual curiosity, ability and potential
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2020

在阿德尔菲之前,我是一名固定的志愿者,但我没有想过要成为一名改变世界的人。我的导师帮助我认识到,我不是不可控环境海洋中的一个小点——我可以为自己和他人创造我需要创造的东西。我明白了热爱一件事就意味着挑战它。

Florie St. Aime ’11, MSW ’13Trainer at Global Trauma Research Inc., Co-facilitator, at Radical Social Workers Clinical Workgroup

Minor & Paths

The ANSWER Program

A convenient evening BSW program for social work undergraduates. Its flexible model accommodates you if you’re changing fields to pursue a career in social work, and you may be eligible for 10 work/life credits.

Child Development and Family Studies Minor

You can follow your interest without the additional work of a second major. The School of Social Work offers an interdisciplinary minor in child and family studies.

Exceptional Hands-On Learning

在阿德菲学习社会工作是一种实践经验。Before graduating you’ll complete 700 hours of fieldwork and follow in the footsteps of fellow Adelphi alums who held internships at some of the top human services organizations in the New York area, including:

Program Info

Application Requirements

To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:

Transfer Student Admission Requirements

The application process for all transfer students wishing to enter the traditional BSW program and ANSWER program will include submission of:

  • An application including transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended
  • A current resume
  • An Interview with the Undergraduate Director/ Site Director (only if deemed necessary)

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Overall GPA 2.5
  • 60 approved college credits (exceptions will be reviewed by the Undergraduate Director) to enter into the Junior Year
  • Demonstrated motivation and capacity to work with people
  • Personal Values congruent with the NASW Code of Ethics
  • Experience in human services (highly desirable)

Transformative Educational Opportunities

All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:

  • The Honors College– fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
  • Levermore Global Scholars– preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
  • Study Abroad– providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective

Awards & Recognition

Cheryl Mcauliffe (She/Her)
PhDLMSW
Adjunct Faculty
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Social Work Building 225
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