Best BSW Colleges in Arizona 2026
4 ranked BSW programs in Arizona
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All 4 Ranked Colleges in Arizona
Arizona State University Campus Immersion sits at #81 in our 2026 BSW rankings. The program's numbers are mixed, but your experience will depend on many factors beyond what rankings capture.
With a retention rate of 87.0%, Arizona State University Campus Immersion clearly invests in keeping students on track toward their degree. You'll pay $11,308 per year in tuition, which is in the typical range for BSW programs. With 162 social work graduates, this is a program with a track record of getting students across the finish line.
Coming in at #139, Northern Arizona University is a BSW program with room to grow. That said, rankings don't tell the whole story — factors like location, campus culture, and fieldwork opportunities matter too.
The school holds onto 75.0% of its first-year students, a sign that people who enroll here tend to stay and finish. At $11,015 per year, the tuition is moderate — not the cheapest option, but far from the most expensive. Northern Arizona University produced 133 BSW completions recently, showing the program has meaningful throughput.
Grand Canyon University sits at #360 in our 2026 BSW rankings. The program's numbers are mixed, but your experience will depend on many factors beyond what rankings capture.
The school holds onto 72.0% of its first-year students, a sign that people who enroll here tend to stay and finish. At $16,390 per year, tuition is above average — make sure to explore scholarship and aid options. Grand Canyon University produced 297 BSW completions recently, showing the program has meaningful throughput.
Coming in at #586, University of Phoenix-Arizona is a BSW program with room to grow. That said, rankings don't tell the whole story — factors like location, campus culture, and fieldwork opportunities matter too.
The retention rate of 41.0% is below average, which means a significant number of students leave after their first year — something to factor into your decision. In-state tuition sits at $9,552 per year, keeping costs manageable for most students. The program graduated 40 social work students last year, making it one of the more active BSW programs.
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.