Most Diverse BSW Colleges in Ohio 2026

At #62 for diversity, Ohio State University-Newark Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

With 44.0% minority enrollment, Ohio State University-Newark Campus offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. Ohio State University-Newark Campus achieves a "High" diversity rating, meaning you'll interact with students from a wide variety of backgrounds. With a 0.98 gender balance ratio, Ohio State University-Newark Campus maintains one of the more equitable male-to-female splits among BSW programs.

At #94 for diversity, Notre Dame College's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 47.8% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. Notre Dame College earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. With a 0.84 gender balance ratio, Notre Dame College maintains one of the more equitable male-to-female splits among BSW programs.

At #113 for diversity, Cleveland State University's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 46.8% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. A "Moderate" diversity level means you'll encounter some demographic variety, though not as much as top-ranked programs. With a 0.83 gender balance ratio, Cleveland State University maintains one of the more equitable male-to-female splits among BSW programs.

Ohio Dominican University ranks #137 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The student body is 43.8% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. Ohio Dominican University earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. The gender balance ratio of 0.81 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

Ohio State University-Main Campus ranks #155 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

About 39.7% of students identify as racial or ethnic minorities, providing a moderately diverse campus experience. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. The gender balance ratio of 0.91 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

Wilberforce University ranks #232 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

Nearly 99.8% of the student body identifies as a racial or ethnic minority, creating a richly diverse learning environment. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. A gender ratio of 0.87 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

At #233 for diversity, Wright State University-Main Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 38.8% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. A gender ratio of 0.84 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

University of Akron Main Campus ranks #236 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

With 30.0% minority enrollment, University of Akron Main Campus offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. University of Akron Main Campus earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. The gender balance ratio of 1.00 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus comes in at #240 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

About 34.9% of students identify as racial or ethnic minorities, providing a moderately diverse campus experience. A "Moderate" diversity level means you'll encounter some demographic variety, though not as much as top-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.87 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

At #252 for diversity, University of Toledo's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

With 34.5% minority enrollment, University of Toledo offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. A gender ratio of 0.86 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

Lourdes University comes in at #259 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

About 36.3% of students identify as racial or ethnic minorities, providing a moderately diverse campus experience. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. The gender balance ratio of 0.72 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #276 for diversity, Defiance College's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

With 46.6% minority enrollment, Defiance College offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. The gender balance ratio of 0.57 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Franciscan University of Steubenville comes in at #277 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The student body is 30.9% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. The gender balance ratio of 0.87 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

Central State University ranks #310 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

Nearly 88.5% of the student body identifies as a racial or ethnic minority, creating a richly diverse learning environment. Central State University earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. At 0.56 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

Ohio State University-Marion Campus ranks #314 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

At 24.6% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. A gender ratio of 0.95 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

Capital University comes in at #324 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The student body is 30.0% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. Capital University earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. At 0.75 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

Bluffton University ranks #326 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

With 30.1% minority enrollment, Bluffton University offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. A "Moderate" diversity level means you'll encounter some demographic variety, though not as much as top-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.76 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #349 for diversity, Wilmington College's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The 24.3% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Wilmington College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. With a 0.88 gender balance ratio, Wilmington College maintains one of the more equitable male-to-female splits among BSW programs.

At #377 for diversity, Ursuline College's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

With 43.8% minority enrollment, Ursuline College offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. A "Moderate" diversity level means you'll encounter some demographic variety, though not as much as top-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.11 indicates a significant gender skew, which is common in social work but worth noting.

At #394 for diversity, Xavier University's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 26.6% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. The school carries a "Moderate" diversity classification, reflecting a reasonably mixed student population. The gender balance ratio of 0.74 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Youngstown State University ranks #400 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

About 30.5% of students identify as racial or ethnic minorities, providing a moderately diverse campus experience. Youngstown State University receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.75 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

At #414 for diversity, Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 25.2% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. The gender balance ratio of 0.72 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Ashland University comes in at #456 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The 22.1% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Ashland University receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. At 0.79 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus comes in at #490 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The 22.1% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. A gender ratio of 0.75 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

At #492 for diversity, Miami University-Oxford's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The 18.4% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.85 shows a nearly even split between male and female students — unusual and refreshing in social work.

Ohio State University-Lima Campus ranks #514 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The 19.6% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.71 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Cedarville University ranks #518 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

At 15.4% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. A gender ratio of 0.84 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

At #534 for diversity, University of Rio Grande's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The student body is 27.4% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. The school's "Low" diversity rating indicates limited demographic variety — an important consideration for social work students. A gender ratio of 0.70 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University ranks #536 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

At 11.7% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. Mount Vernon Nazarene University receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.79 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #544 for diversity, Mount St. Joseph University's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

At 20.4% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.60 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Ohio University-Main Campus ranks #550 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

Only 21.0% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. Ohio University-Main Campus receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. At 0.63 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

Malone University comes in at #551 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

At 17.1% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. Malone University receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.67 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

At #559 for diversity, Kent State University at Ashtabula's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

At 20.2% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. The school's "Low" diversity rating indicates limited demographic variety — an important consideration for social work students. The gender balance ratio of 0.57 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #566 for diversity, Kent State University at Tuscarawas's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

At 15.7% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. Kent State University at Tuscarawas receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.65 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

University of Akron Wayne College ranks #570 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The 10.1% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. The school's "Low" diversity rating indicates limited demographic variety — an important consideration for social work students. A gender ratio of 0.70 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

The University of Findlay comes in at #582 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The 21.6% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.57 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Kent State University at Salem comes in at #599 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

At 16.9% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. The school's "Low" diversity rating indicates limited demographic variety — an important consideration for social work students. At 0.48 for gender balance, the student population skews heavily in one direction — not unusual for BSW programs, but noticeable.

At #601 for diversity, Ohio University-Lancaster Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The 12.1% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.56 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

Ohio University-Southern Campus ranks #602 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

At 13.0% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.52 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #605 for diversity, Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The 12.4% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.51 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #606 for diversity, Ohio University-Eastern Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

The 10.6% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Ohio University-Eastern Campus receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.53 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

At #607 for diversity, Ohio University-Zanesville Campus's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

Only 13.2% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. Ohio University-Zanesville Campus receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.45 indicates a significant gender skew, which is common in social work but worth noting.

Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences ranks #608 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The 14.1% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. At 0.13 for gender balance, the student population skews heavily in one direction — not unusual for BSW programs, but noticeable.