Best Value BSW Colleges in Minnesota 2026

Central Lakes College-Brainerd ranks #118 on our value list for 2026. While more expensive relative to outcomes, the right student may find what they're looking for here.

The net price of $12,859 per year is on the higher side, even after financial aid. You'll want to explore additional scholarship opportunities. Financial aid averages $5,582 per student, which helps offset the sticker price. Only 12.0% of students take out loans, suggesting most can manage costs without heavy borrowing.

At #126 for value, Alexandria Technical & Community College's BSW program isn't the most budget-friendly option. Still, it's worth checking if other factors like fieldwork placements or campus resources tip the scale.

At $13,947 net cost, this isn't the most affordable option. Make sure the program's other strengths justify the price. The school provides $5,035 in average aid, putting it in a reasonable range for BSW programs. A loan rate of 19.0% means fewer graduates start their social work careers weighed down by debt.

At #164 for value, Minnesota State College Southeast's BSW program isn't the most budget-friendly option. Still, it's worth checking if other factors like fieldwork placements or campus resources tip the scale.

After aid, students still pay around $14,441 per year — more than many comparable programs. Students receive an average of $5,407 in aid — a meaningful contribution toward total costs. A loan rate of 23.0% means fewer graduates start their social work careers weighed down by debt.

South Central College comes in at #176 on our 2026 best value BSW list. The value proposition is more modest here, but cost isn't everything — location and program fit matter too.

The net price of $9,804 is moderate. Combined with financial aid, the total cost stays manageable. The school provides $5,464 in average aid, putting it in a reasonable range for BSW programs. With just 23.0% of students borrowing, the loan burden here is lighter than at most schools.

North Hennepin Community College comes in at #186 on our 2026 best value BSW list. The value proposition is more modest here, but cost isn't everything — location and program fit matter too.

The net price of $9,245 is moderate. Combined with financial aid, the total cost stays manageable. Students receive an average of $5,143 in aid — a meaningful contribution toward total costs. A loan rate of 15.0% means fewer graduates start their social work careers weighed down by debt.

Rochester Community and Technical College comes in at #187 on our 2026 best value BSW list. The value proposition is more modest here, but cost isn't everything — location and program fit matter too.

The net price of $12,505 per year is on the higher side, even after financial aid. You'll want to explore additional scholarship opportunities. Financial aid averages $5,495 per student, which helps offset the sticker price. Only 22.0% of students take out loans, suggesting most can manage costs without heavy borrowing.

Century College ranks #191 on our value list for 2026. While more expensive relative to outcomes, the right student may find what they're looking for here.

The net price of $10,552 is moderate. Combined with financial aid, the total cost stays manageable. The school provides $4,437 in average aid, putting it in a reasonable range for BSW programs. A loan rate of 20.0% means fewer graduates start their social work careers weighed down by debt.

Inver Hills Community College comes in at #193 on our 2026 best value BSW list. The value proposition is more modest here, but cost isn't everything — location and program fit matter too.

After financial aid, students pay an average of $10,733 per year — a reasonable cost for a BSW degree. The school provides $5,163 in average aid, putting it in a reasonable range for BSW programs. With just 16.0% of students borrowing, the loan burden here is lighter than at most schools.

Minneapolis Community and Technical College comes in at #195 on our 2026 best value BSW list. The value proposition is more modest here, but cost isn't everything — location and program fit matter too.

The net price of $13,115 per year is on the higher side, even after financial aid. You'll want to explore additional scholarship opportunities. Students receive an average of $5,869 in aid — a meaningful contribution toward total costs. Only 21.0% of students take out loans, suggesting most can manage costs without heavy borrowing.