The School of Social Work at Iowa has a tradition of innovation in social work education, activism, research, and public service. In particular, students' exposure to faculty expertise in a Research I university is one of the important characteristics that distinguishes Iowa’s social work program from other public and private programs in the state. Note: Admission to the major is selective
Student Responsibilities
Review the responsibilities required to become and remain eligible for the 2 Plus 2 Guaranteed Graduation Plan.
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges checkpoints
- Details for pathways to meet CLAS World Language requirement.
- Complete the following courses:
- SOC 160 Introduction to Social Work with a grade of C or higher
- POL 111 American National Government
- SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology
- PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology
- Complete all requirements for the AA degree.
- View the undergraduate admissions process for admission criteria and details related to the application process and deadline to apply.
- Prior community engagement, advocacy, volunteer, internship, or work experience serving vulnerable/marginalized populations may strengthen application.
University of Iowa Checkpoints
- Complete the UI courses required for this major, as specified in the UI General Catalog.
A current schedule of UI courses is available online via Iowa Student Information Services (MyUI).