Jan. 28-30 Virtual Operations, Campus Remains Closed

Bowie State University will continue with virtual operations for all classes and office operations through Friday, January 30, 2026. The campus will be closed to all non-essential personnel, and all campus activities are canceled. All buildings except residence halls and the dining hall will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. This is due to the extended time required to clear the extensive snow and ice accumulation on campus. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations, as a safe return to in-person learning and work remains our top priority. Only essential personnel and residential students are permitted access to the campus through Jan. 30. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather. 

Department of Social Work

Credentials and Licensure

Students interested in careers in social work can pursue education through the doctoral level. The following degrees are available:

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) (BSSW)*
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Doctor of Philosphy (PhD) in Social Work

Professional social workers must be certified by the Maryland Licensure Board after obtaining a degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

License & Degree Required

Licensed Social Worker Associate (LSWA) - Bachelor of Social Work

Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) - Master of Social Work

Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) - Master of Social Work

Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) - Master of Social Work