Social Work Degree

The social work program at Eastern Washington 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 Washington colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Eastern Washington University

1341 N. Northlake Way Suite 150, Seattle, WA

Eastern Washington University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cheney, Washington and publically funded. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled per year at EWU.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken to apply to EWU. Scores within the range of 18 - 23 on the ACT or 1260 - 1600 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of getting accepted. An estimated 80% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 48% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at ewu.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,000, while out-of-state residents pay $19,000 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The EWU Eagles participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.ewu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastern Washington University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $72530
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 320
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $67730

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

Salary & Wages

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $43150
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $61030

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

Salary & Wages

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $48830

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $47760
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 580
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $55860

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