Indiana University-Indianapolis

With 134 social work graduates in the latest year, Indiana University-Indianapolis runs one of the country's higher-volume BSW programs, ranking #11 among 587 colleges awarding the degree. Program size matters more than it first appears: larger cohorts usually mean more field placement partnerships and a deeper alumni network in local agencies.

49.5% 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. Unusually, part-time students complete at a higher rate here (54.4%) than full-time students (42.8%) — often a sign of a program built around people already working in the field.

The average student pays $12,228 a year after grants and scholarships — $4,465 below the $16,693 median across the 21 BSW colleges in Indiana. 45.0% 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.