#1
UM
📍 Orono, ME · Public
Tuition/yr
$37K
Total 4yr
$147K
BSW Grads
31
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Best BSW Programs in Maine
Compare 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Maine. Real tuition, graduate counts, and licensing alignment — pulled from IPEDS 2024-25 institutional data and the live CSWE accreditation directory.
5
CSWE-accredited BSW programs
72
BSW graduates 2023–24
5
With online format
$9.4K
Lowest tuition/yr (in-state)
About BSW programs in Maine
Maine hosts 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs across public, private nonprofit, and (in some states) for-profit institutions. Together, these programs awarded 72 BSW degrees in the 2023–24 academic year — feeding Maine's pipeline of social workers in healthcare, schools, behavioral health, child welfare, and community practice.
The BSW pathway in Maine 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 Maine, University of Southern Maine, Saint Joseph's College of Maine.
All BSW Programs in Maine
Sorted by 2023-24 graduate output. Click any program to see full details, contact info, and ROI breakdown.
#2
USM
📍 Portland, ME · Public
Tuition/yr
$30K
Total 4yr
$120K
BSW Grads
23
#3
SJC
📍 Standish, ME · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$44K
Total 4yr
$178K
BSW Grads
10
#4
UNE
📍 Biddeford, ME · Private nonprofit
Tuition/yr
$44K
Total 4yr
$177K
BSW Grads
5
#5
UMP
📍 Presque Isle, ME · Public
Tuition/yr
$15K
Total 4yr
$59K
BSW Grads
3
Maine Social Work Licensing
Every program on this page is CSWE-accredited, which is required for Maine 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 Maine?
There are 5 CSWE-accredited Bachelor of Social Work programs in Maine as of 2024-25 IPEDS reporting. Of those, 5 offer an online format option.
How much does a BSW program cost in Maine?
In-state BSW tuition in Maine ranges from $9.4K/yr at the most affordable program to $44K/yr, with an average of $25K/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 Maine after completing a BSW?
Yes. Maine accepts CSWE-accredited BSW graduates for licensure. After graduation, you'd typically pursue the LSW (Licensed Social Worker). See the full Maine licensing path →
What's the typical career outlook for BSW graduates in Maine?
BLS reports social workers in Maine 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.