EKU’s 100% online bachelor of social work (BSW) provides students with a strong academic foundation to become ethical leaders who advocate for social and economic justice. This versatile degree opens the door to a variety of career options and builds the critical skills needed to help you advance in the field. EKU’s social work program is real-world focused, providing the opportunity to fulfill your passion for helping others and make a positive impact in your community.
Overall employment of social workers is projected to grow 11 percent from 2018 to 2028.
— U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Learn essential skills for today’s work environment. EKU’s online social work curriculum prepares students for a variety of rewarding career options that will positively impact the lives of individuals and communities.
Minors & Certificates can be difficult to complete with this program. If you wish to explore this option, please work directly with your program advisor.
Our regionally accredited online program is made up of high-quality courses and taught by experienced professors dedicated to student success. EKU’s curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through course topics such as crisis intervention, addictions, and race and ethnic relations.
Call or email Enrollment Advisor Laquanda Miller for information about the EKU Online Social Work program.
Contact Info:
859-622-9959
Laquanda.Miller@eku.edu
The Social Work program instructors are knowledgeable and have helped me increase my practical skills for interviewing and intervention in a way that showcases cultural competence and professionalism.
EKU Online offers veterans and active duty military students an unparalleled online learning experience that provides accessibility, convenience and flexibility.
Special Tuition for Active Duty* Military
Eastern Kentucky University offers reduced tuition expenses to $250 per credit hour for undergraduate and $325 per credit hour for graduate courses to all service members currently serving on active duty.
*Active duty is defined as on federal orders for 180 days or more.
“I’d like to thank the EKU College of Justice & Safety for the opportunity to complete my degree online. It’s very user-friendly, and everyone has bent over backwards to make this happen.”
– 1LT Heath Bergmann, EKU Online Graduate