Clarke University

Clarke University awarded 5 bachelor's degrees in social work in the most recent reporting year, ranking #518 of the 587 colleges nationally that offer the degree. This is a small program, which cuts both ways: cohorts are tight and faculty access is easy, but course rotations can be less frequent and specialization options narrower than at a larger school.

51.4% of students complete their degree, close to the 50.4% median across BSW colleges nationally. Students who finish take a median of 5 years to do it. Full-time students complete at 63.8% against 44.3% for part-time, so the part-time route takes more persistence at Clarke University.

The average student pays $26,725 a year after grants and scholarships — $2,694 above the $24,031 median across the 13 BSW colleges in Iowa. 42.0% of first-time students receive Pell Grants, a high share that usually reflects a student body with substantial financial need — and a financial aid office practiced at handling it. Net price is the number that matters when comparing programs, not sticker tuition — and because most social work roles are with government or nonprofit employers, graduates are typically eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.