#1
UDC
📍 Washington, DC · Public
Tuition/yr
$13K
Total 4yr
$50K
BSW Grads
16
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Best BSW Programs in District of Columbia
Compare 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in District of Columbia. Real tuition, graduate counts, and licensing alignment — pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 institutional data and the live CSWE accreditation directory.
4
CSWE-accredited BSW programs
21
BSW graduates 2023–24
3
With online format
$5.7K
Lowest tuition/yr (in-state)
About BSW programs in District of Columbia
District of Columbia hosts 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs across public, private nonprofit, and (in some states) for-profit institutions. Together, these programs awarded 21 BSW degrees in the 2023–24 academic year — feeding District of Columbia's pipeline of social workers in healthcare, schools, behavioral health, child welfare, and community practice.
The BSW pathway in District of Columbia typically leads to: LSW (Licensed Social Worker). Time-to-license: pass exam after graduation. Median earnings: $48,000.
Top programs by 2023-24 graduate output: University of the District of Columbia, Catholic University of America, Gallaudet University.
All BSW Programs in District of Columbia
Sorted by 2023-24 graduate output. Click any program to see full details, contact info, and ROI breakdown.
#2
CUA
📍 Washington, DC · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$58K
Total 4yr
$234K
BSW Grads
5
#3
GU
📍 Washington, DC · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$20K
Total 4yr
$79K
BSW Grads
0
#4
TWU
📍 Washington, DC · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$27K
Total 4yr
$106K
BSW Grads
0
District of Columbia Social Work Licensing
Every program on this page is CSWE-accredited, which is required for District of Columbia licensure. Each state's licensing board sets its own additional requirements — supervised hours, exams, fingerprinting, jurisprudence assessments, and renewal CEUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CSWE-accredited BSW programs are in District of Columbia?
There are 4 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in District of Columbia as of 2024-25 IPEDS reporting. Of those, 3 offer an online format option.
How much does a BSW program cost in District of Columbia?
In-state BSW tuition in District of Columbia ranges from $5.7K/yr at the most affordable program to $58K/yr, with an average of $28K/yr. Total program cost depends on duration: a 4-year BSW or 2-year MSW. Out-of-state students typically pay 1.5×–2× the in-state rate at public schools.
Can I get licensed to practice social work in District of Columbia after completing a BSW?
Yes. District of Columbia accepts CSWE-accredited BSW graduates for licensure. After graduation, you'd typically pursue the LSW (Licensed Social Worker). See the full District of Columbia licensing path →
What's the typical career outlook for BSW graduates in District of Columbia?
BLS reports social workers in District of Columbia earn a median $48,000. Demand for licensed social workers is projected to grow 7% nationally through 2032 — faster than average. Hospitals, schools, behavioral health agencies, and child welfare departments are the largest employers.
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Data sources & methodology. Tuition, enrollment, and institutional metadata pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 release (NCES). CSWE accreditation status from the public CSWE Accredited Programs directory. Graduation counts from IPEDS Completions (CIP code 44.0701, July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024). Salary figures based on BLS OEWS 2023 medians. Information last updated May 2026 — accreditation status, tuition, and program details may have changed since IPEDS reporting; always verify with the school directly.