UW Tacoma Program

The Bachelor of Social Welfare program offered at the University of Washington, Tacoma is accredited by the Council for Social Work Education as a BASW program option of University of Washington, Seattle.  This program is dedicated to preparing competent, ethical, and culturally sensitive social workers with specialized knowledge and skills who are committed to evidence-based practice and to planned social change. A deep commitment to equity and cultural diversity is brought to the development of the Social Welfare program. The program's mission gives special attention to the poor and underserved populations, and fosters an appreciation for differences based on gender, ethnicity, race, religious creed, sexual orientation, class and physical and developmental disabilities. The BASW program is designed for students in the South Puget Sound region who are committed to providing more effective social services to populations experiencing social and economic difficulties.

Students must complete the required BASW core curriculum in sequence over a two-year period. The BASW curriculum will consist of a 52-credit program comprised of three major areas: foundation courses, social work practice courses and practicum combined with practicum seminars. In addition to these three areas, students will be required to complete 15 credits of Social Welfare approved electives. General electives may also be required depending upon the number of college level credits applied toward the degree.

Application to the Tacoma program is made directly to the program using a separate application packet.  All application materials are available online. For further information, please contact the Tacoma Social Work Program Office at 253-692-5820, tsocial@u.washington.edu or www.tacoma.washington.edu/social.

For further information, please contact the Tacoma Social Work Program Office at 253-692-5820, tsocial@u.washington.edu or www.tacoma.washington.edu/social