Social Work Degree

The social work program at Fontbonne University prepares students for careers as an adolescent specialist, child and family social worker, healthcare social worker, mental health and substance abuse social worker, and more. The program focuses on social welfare administration and counseling, as well as studying organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Program courses include: social welfare policy, case work planning, social counseling and intervention strategies, and administrative procedures and regulations. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Fontbonne University

1111 N Glenstone, Springfield, MO

Fontbonne University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Louis, Missouri, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Fontbonne University has an annual student enrollment of around 2,500.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students at Fontbonne University scored in a range of 20 - 24 on the ACT. 63% of applicants are accepted to Fontbonne University, of which 31% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at fontbonne.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $23,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $4,800 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Fontbonne University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.fontbonne.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fontbonne University offers a bachelor's degree program in social work.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Springfield, MO
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $51220

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Counselors, All Other

Description

All counselors not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, counselors, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.0% from 2014 to 2024

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Description

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, child, family, and school social workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Springfield, MO
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $31690

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).