Social Work Degree

The social work program at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

120 Market St, Kittanning, PA

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a public college that has a fair number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 11,000 students are enrolled annually at KU.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Psychology
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to KU. Scores within the range of 17 - 21 on the ACT or 1280 - 1580 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. An estimated 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 29 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at the KU online portal for both graduate and undergraduate studies.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $9,200 and out-of-state residents pay $20,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,800 for the year. Some students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.kutztown.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate 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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $68050

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $42490

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.45
  • Average Annual Salary: $42530

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $40030

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