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Social Work Degree
The social work program at Prairie View A&M 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 Texas colleges that offer social work degrees.
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Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU)
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX
Prairie View A&M University is a public historically black institution located in Prairie View, TX. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Texas. Enrollment at Prairie View A&M University exceeds eight thousand per year.
Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Psychology
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1110 - 1370 for the SAT exam and within the range of 15 - 20 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to PVAMU. 40% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 48% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at pvamu.edu.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $6,700 and out-of-state residents pay $15,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs about $5,400 each year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.
The mascot for Prairie View A&M University is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students can visit the PVAMU website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Prairie View A&M University offers a bachelor's degree program in social work.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 2 |
Female | 35 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 35 |
Hispanic | 1 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Social Work program at Prairie View A&M University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 610
- Average Hourly Rate: $39.12
- Average Annual Salary: $81370
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 260
- Average Hourly Rate: $34.18
- Average Annual Salary: $71080
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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 420
- Average Hourly Rate: $19.23
- Average Annual Salary: $39990
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 180
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.76
- Average Annual Salary: $45260
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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 990
- Average Hourly Rate: $31.87
- Average Annual Salary: $66290
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 400
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.61
- Average Annual Salary: $59520
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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.33
- Average Annual Salary: $44360
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $19.47
- Average Annual Salary: $40500
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants PVAMU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Prairie View A&M University may provide services including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Prairie View A&M University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southwestern Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Southwestern Athletic Conference)
- Football (Southwestern Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Bowling