BSW Programs in Michigan
22 colleges · 874 BSW graduates per year · in-state tuition $12,240–$39,280
Every college below awards a Bachelor of Social Work degree in Michigan, based on the latest federal IPEDS completions data. Programs are ordered by size (BSW degrees awarded per year). Click a college for admissions, financial aid, and outcome details. See also the best BSW colleges in Michigan ranking.
| College | City | BSW Grads/Yr | In-State Tuition | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University | Detroit | 113 | $13,660 | 58% |
| Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti | 103 | $15,200 | 46% |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale | 89 | $14,978 | 67% |
| Oakland University | Rochester Hills | 87 | $16,429 | 58% |
| Saginaw Valley State University | University Center | 72 | $12,240 | 48% |
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | 65 | $15,198 | 58% |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | 51 | $16,930 | 81% |
| Spring Arbor University | Spring Arbor | 48 | $31,940 | 64% |
| Ferris State University | Big Rapids | 42 | $14,140 | 57% |
| Northern Michigan University | Marquette | 30 | $12,726 | 54% |
| Calvin University | Grand Rapids | 29 | $38,370 | 74% |
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant | 29 | $13,862 | 59% |
| University of Michigan-Flint | Flint | 27 | $12,942 | 40% |
| University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit | 16 | $32,300 | 67% |
| Hope College | Holland | 14 | $37,240 | 80% |
| Madonna University | Livonia | 13 | $27,360 | 60% |
| Andrews University | Berrien Springs | 13 | $32,400 | 72% |
| Kuyper College | Grand Rapids | 10 | $26,390 | 50% |
| Adrian College | Adrian | 9 | $39,280 | 48% |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor | 7 | $33,750 | 49% |
| Cornerstone University | Grand Rapids | 6 | $28,300 | 63% |
| Siena Heights University | Adrian | 1 | $28,500 | 39% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many colleges offer BSW programs in Michigan?
22 colleges in Michigan awarded bachelor's degrees in social work, graduating 874 BSW students per year according to the latest federal IPEDS data.
What is the most affordable BSW program in Michigan?
Saginaw Valley State University in University Center has the lowest published in-state tuition among Michigan BSW colleges at $12,240 per year. Your actual cost may be lower after grants and scholarships — check each college's average net price.
Which Michigan college has the largest BSW program?
Wayne State University graduates the most BSW students in Michigan, with 113 bachelor's degrees in social work awarded per year.
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Where a BSW Leads
A Bachelor of Social Work opens into six main practice areas, and pay differs between them by more than most prospective students expect. Each guide below carries the full BLS percentile spread, pay by work setting, and pay by state. Figures are May 2025 medians.
Nonprofits and government — program development, policy, advocacy
K-12 districts — attendance, behavior, family support, IEP teams
Hospitals, clinics, home health — discharge planning and care coordination
Community clinics and hospitals — assessment, counseling, crisis response
Treatment centers and public health — recovery planning and aftercare
County and state agencies — child protection, foster care, family preservation
Not sure which fits? Start with the career and salary overview or the is social work for me self-assessment.