Best BSW Colleges in Nevada 2026
2 ranked BSW programs in Nevada
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All 2 Ranked Colleges in Nevada
University of Nevada-Reno sits at #92 in our 2026 BSW rankings. The program's numbers are mixed, but your experience will depend on many factors beyond what rankings capture.
A 80.0% retention rate shows that students at University of Nevada-Reno are finding the support they need to persist. You'll pay $7,876 per year in tuition, which is in the typical range for BSW programs. University of Nevada-Reno produced 105 BSW completions recently, showing the program has meaningful throughput.
University of Nevada-Las Vegas ranks #226 in our 2026 BSW program list. While the school faces some challenges in certain metrics, it may still be a good fit depending on your priorities and location.
The school holds onto 79.0% of its first-year students, a sign that people who enroll here tend to stay and finish. In-state tuition sits at $8,354 per year, keeping costs manageable for most students. With 73 social work graduates, this is a program with a track record of getting students across the finish line.
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.