DISCOVER B.S.W. IN SOCIAL WORK Department of Social Work

Program of Study • SWO 451: Field Experience III • SWO 495: Senior Seminar I The Bachelor of Social Work program at in is a part-time degree completion program that • SWO 496: Senior Seminar II emphasizes critical thinking, self-evaluation, and understanding Admission Requirements the connections between people and their environments. BSW students apply their assessment and intervention skills through To expedite the processing of your application, we recommend two field placements that occur over the course of three semesters. that you apply electronically. When applying online, please read Students learn to promote the strengths and well-being of diverse all instructions carefully. Here are the steps to follow: individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. • Online application (www.wcupa.edu) After graduation, students are able to choose from a variety • Personal statement of entry-level social work positions. Many students choose to • Select Fee Waiver as Payment Method pursue graduate education in social work and related fields. • Official transcript(s) sent directly by mail or electronically The BSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work from each college or university attended to WCU’s Office of Education. Undergraduate Admissions: The Curriculum West Chester University In order to fulfill degree requirements, students are encouraged Attn: Philadelphia campus application to have completed some general education courses prior to Emil H. Messikomer Hall attending the BSW program in Philadelphia. Social Work courses 100 W. Rosedale Avenue are offered in Philadelphia along with a limited number of general West Chester, PA 19383 education courses. Students must complete general education [email protected] courses not offered at WCU in Philadelphia at community For More Information college (through dual enrollment) or on WCU’s campus in West Chester, PA. A minimum GPA of 2.50 is required to be eligible to Catherine Oberholtzer, M.S. transfer into the program, along with a minimum of 30 previously Associate Director of Transfer Admissions completed credits. Call: 610-436-3479 Required Courses E-mail: [email protected] • SWO 200: Introduction to Social Welfare Or contact West Chester University in Philadelphia: Call: 267-386-3019 • SWO 220: Introduction to Generalist Practice E-mail: [email protected] • SWO 225: Race Relations • SWO 300: Family Systems About West Chester University Philadelphia • SWO 320: Generalist Practice I (Individuals and Families) • SWO 321: Generalist Practice II (Groups, Organizations and West Chester University is proud to offer programs through Communities) the State System of Higher Education’s Multi- • SWO 332: Social Welfare Policies and Services University Center at the Mellon Independence Center at 701 • SWO 350: Human Behavior and the Social Environment I Market Street. Opened in 2013, WCU Philadelphia offers part- • SWO 351: Human Behavior and the Social Environment II time undergraduate and graduate programs for working professionals in state-of-the-art classroom and meeting spaces. • SWO 375: Field Experience I WCU Philadelphia is in the heart of Center City, conveniently • SWO 395: Junior Seminar located on public transit lines and within walking distance to • SWO 431: Research Methods many major employers, historic landmarks, libraries, shops, • SWO 432: Advanced Policy Practice and restaurants. • SWO 450: Field Experience II West Chester University has opportunities at every turn, and as the fourth largest college in the Philadelphia area, WCU’s options are limitless. With a student to faculty ratio of 18:1 students are never just a number. Faculty members, never graduate assistants, are in every classroom every day, building meaningful relation- ships with students across all programs. At WCU Philadelphia, classes bring together students with different skillsets, back- grounds, and experiences. These students learn as much from classmates as they do from faculty and textbooks, and their overall experience is richer because of that. About West Chester University

West Chester University, is a leading public comprehensive university that excels in teacher education, business, health, natural and social sciences, music and the arts. Founded in 1871, WCU has a total population of over 16,000 students in West Chester and Philadelphia and is committed to high quality education at every level. The University offers more than 180 undergraduate and graduate programs, including doctoral programs and strives to create offerings that fill industry needs, resulting in highly sought-after programs. West Chester University has been recognized as both a top regional university and a top public school in the north, a top school for veterans, a top 100 best buy, among the best online MBA programs in the nation, and one of the top universities for cybersecurity according to a national survey of IT security professionals.

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