Take the Next Step Toward Your Goals
Complete your social work degree on our virtual Simmons campus and prepare to make an impact.30+ prior college credits or an associate degree required.
Complete Your Bachelor of Social Work Online
We Accept Up to 96 Transfer Credits
Join the online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program at Simmons University, as an adult learner or transfer student, and discover how you can make a meaningful difference for your community. As an online student, you will gain the knowledge and social work skills you need to help empower the individuals, families, and organizations that need it most.
Shape Your Future in the Helping Professions
Through a combination of live classes led by Simmons faculty and field placements, you’ll explore human development and behavior, examine social justice and policy, conduct research, and work hands-on helping people in your own community.
Our program includes the academic coursework you need to apply for the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exam, which measures social work knowledge and competencies.
BSW graduates are prepared to work in many settings, including:
- community agencies
- residential programs
- child protective services
- school programs
- geriatric services
- activism-focused organizations
Why Simmons Online?
Simmons has been empowering women to shape lives of passion and purpose since 1899. Our immersive online bachelor’s programs are designed to help women who have made progress toward their degrees finish strong — from anywhere in the U.S. Our programs are accessible for working professionals, with part-time options available.
We accept up to 96 transfer credits, including credit for life experience.
The Online Student Experience
On our innovative digital campus — developed based on years of research into effective online teaching and learning — you’ll learn from expert faculty, collaborate with motivated peers, and build your confidence as a business leader.
Online courses feature:
- live, face-to-face online class sessions
- small group discussions and activities
- interactive coursework
- HD-quality video and audio
Simmons has been preparing leaders online since 2013.
Student Support
Discover a fully supported educational experience, with a dedicated team to help you navigate your journey:
Your admission counselor is here now to answer questions and help you apply.
Your student success advisor will help you schedule classes and stay on track.
24/7 tech support is just a call or live chat away at any time, day or night.
A community full of mentors will guide you as you work toward your goals.
A global network of alumni will keep you connected for life.
Ready to Redefine Your Career With Simmons?
Complete your BSW online and get ready to help change lives for the better.