University of Massachusetts Global

With 102 social work graduates in the latest year, University of Massachusetts Global runs one of the country's higher-volume BSW programs, ranking #19 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.

50.1% 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 54.8% against 46.0% for part-time, so the part-time route takes more persistence at University of Massachusetts Global.

The average student pays $30,523 a year after grants and scholarships — $15,000 above the $15,523 median across the 25 BSW colleges in California. 32.0% of first-time students receive Pell Grants. 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.