Most Diverse BSW Colleges in Ohio 2026

21 ranked BSW programs in Ohio

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1
University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College

Blue Ash, OH · Public · 7,787 students

National #93
53.8 / 100
38.9%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$6,161
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College ranks #93 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 38.9% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. At 0.67 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

2
Sinclair Community College

Dayton, OH · Public · 19,415 students

National #114
49.9 / 100
33.8%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$3,889
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Sinclair Community College comes in at #114 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.

With 33.8% minority enrollment, Sinclair Community College offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. Sinclair Community College earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. The gender balance ratio of 0.76 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

3
Owens Community College

Perrysburg, OH · Public · 7,854 students

National #120
49.1 / 100
26.1%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$4,512
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #120 for diversity, Owens Community 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 26.1% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. Owens Community College earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. A gender ratio of 0.97 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

4
Eastern Gateway Community College

Steubenville, OH · Public · 15,493 students

National #131
45.5 / 100
43.8%
Minority Students
High
Diversity Level
$4,115
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Eastern Gateway Community College comes in at #131 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.

With 43.8% minority enrollment, Eastern Gateway Community College offers more diversity than many programs, though there's room to grow. With a "High" diversity designation, this campus offers the kind of inclusive environment that social work education benefits from. The gender balance ratio of 0.44 indicates a significant gender skew, which is common in social work but worth noting.

5
Stark State College

North Canton, OH · Public · 10,128 students

National #154
39.5 / 100
26.9%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$3,036
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #154 for diversity, Stark State 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.

About 26.9% 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 0.71 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

6
Youngstown State University

Youngstown, OH · Public · 12,204 students

National #157
39.4 / 100
30.5%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$9,611
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Youngstown State University ranks #157 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.

7
University of Cincinnati-Clermont College

Batavia, OH · Public · 9,479 students

National #159
38.6 / 100
29.9%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$5,712
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

University of Cincinnati-Clermont College comes in at #159 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 29.9% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. University of Cincinnati-Clermont College earns a "Moderate" diversity rating — there's meaningful variety in the student body, with room to improve. At 0.65 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

8
Lorain County Community College

Elyria, OH · Public · 9,350 students

National #165
37.7 / 100
29.2%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$4,310
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #165 for diversity, Lorain County Community 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.

About 29.2% 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 0.64 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

9
Terra State Community College

Fremont, OH · Public · 2,214 students

National #170
35.8 / 100
14.5%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$4,656
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Terra State Community College ranks #170 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The 14.5% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Terra State Community College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.87 means you'll study in a program with a healthier gender mix than most social work schools.

10
Lakeland Community College

Kirtland, OH · Public · 4,358 students

National #177
33.3 / 100
26.0%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$4,057
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Lakeland Community College comes in at #177 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.

With 26.0% minority enrollment, Lakeland Community 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 0.65 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

11
Marion Technical College

Marion, OH · Public · 3,346 students

National #186
30.9 / 100
20.0%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$5,850
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #186 for diversity, Marion Technical 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.

At 20.0% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. Marion Technical College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.73 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

12
Clark State College

Springfield, OH · Public · 5,077 students

National #197
27.6 / 100
29.5%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$3,536
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Clark State College ranks #197 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

With 29.5% minority enrollment, Clark State 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. At 0.51 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

13
University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, OH · Private · 2,258 students

National #198
26.4 / 100
27.4%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$19,600
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #198 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.

14
Wright State University-Lake Campus

Celina, OH · Public · 1,356 students

National #207
19.8 / 100
9.8%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$7,069
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Wright State University-Lake Campus ranks #207 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

Only 9.8% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.69 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

15
Edison State Community College

Piqua, OH · Public · 4,624 students

National #209
17.9 / 100
10.8%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$3,728
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Edison State Community College comes in at #209 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 10.8% minority enrollment rate suggests limited demographic diversity, which may affect the range of perspectives in your classes. Edison State Community College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. At 0.65 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

16
Zane State College

Zanesville, OH · Public · 1,769 students

National #211
16.4 / 100
9.0%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$5,820
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Zane State College ranks #211 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

The 9.0% 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 0.65 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

17
North Central State College

Mansfield, OH · Public · 2,553 students

National #214
15.5 / 100
13.7%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$5,388
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #214 for diversity, North Central State 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.

At 13.7% minority enrollment, the student body is less diverse than many BSW programs — something to weigh if cross-cultural exposure is important to you. North Central State College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. A gender ratio of 0.61 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.

18
Northwest State Community College

Archbold, OH · Public · 4,082 students

National #220
11 / 100
17.6%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$4,496
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #220 for diversity, Northwest State Community 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.

Only 17.6% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. Northwest State Community College receives a "Low" diversity classification, suggesting the student body is more homogeneous than most BSW programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.46 indicates a significant gender skew, which is common in social work but worth noting.

19
James A. Rhodes State College

Lima, OH · Public · 4,124 students

National #221
8.9 / 100
9.6%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$4,560
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

James A. Rhodes State College comes in at #221 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.

Only 9.6% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. 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.

20
Washington State Community College

Marietta, OH · Public · 2,025 students

National #222
5.5 / 100
8.0%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$4,128
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #222 for diversity, Washington State Community 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.

Only 8.0% of students come from minority backgrounds, which is lower than average for social work programs. With a "Low" diversity designation, the campus lacks the demographic breadth you'd find at higher-ranked programs. The gender balance ratio of 0.53 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

21
Southern State Community College

Hillsboro, OH · Public · 2,227 students

National #223
4.3 / 100
8.2%
Minority Students
Low
Diversity Level
$5,207
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #223 for diversity, Southern State Community 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 8.2% 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 0.50 shows this program has the typical gender imbalance found in social work education.