Social Work Transfer Major

Feel Empowered, Make an Impact

You develop skills to think critically, conduct research, and understand how your environment impacts your life and those around you. These insights and abilities help you make a difference and also open doors to a wide range of exciting careers.

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Social Work Transfer Major at a Glance

Degree
Associate of Arts
Length of Study
2 years
Course Format
Face-to-Face, Online, or Hybrid
Classes Meet
Daytime, Evening, or Combination
Program Start
Fall, Spring, Summer

You can complete this program as a full-time or part-time student.

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Career Opportunities

The Social Work Transfer Major is the first step toward careers in public, private and nonprofit sectors. With continued education, you could find work in these areas:

  • School social work
  • Older adults
  • Mental health
  • Healthcare
  • People with disabilities
  • Criminal justice/corrections
  • Children, youth, and families
  • Substance use, abuse, and dependence

The National Association of Social Workers and The Best Social Work Jobs also provide additional information on careers in Social Work.

School of Social Work Colleges and Universities

The Best Online Masters Social Work Degree Programs

" I took a couple classes at other colleges in high school. I received a better education at Hawkeye, because the staff cares. They want you to learn. They want you to have knowledge, and they make it fun. "
  • Harrison Vanderlinden
  • Liberal Arts '22

Involvement and Volunteer Opportunities

Students are also encouraged to engage in community volunteering. Visit The Volunteer Center of the Cedar Valley for community volunteering opportunities in the Cedar Valley.

A campus-wide program that seeks to support the College's Institutional Outcomes and increase literacy.

Hawkeye Reads

A student-led group created to be a platform for students to focus on diversity issues that shape our world.

Multicultural Student Organization

A group of students who assist the Admissions office with the recruitment of new students and who represent and promote Hawkeye.

Student Ambassadors

Represents and promotes the common interests and general welfare of the student body.

Student Leadership Council

Special interest club for students interested in Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work.

Psychology/Sociology/Social Work Club

How to Get Started

It’s simple! Complete these steps:

  1. Apply for admission at Hawkeye.
  2. Send official transcripts to Admissions.
  3. Demonstrate college readiness.

Check the status of your application at any time by logging into your admissions account.

Program Contacts

Admissions

Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 134
319-296-4000
Email Admissions

Regular Hours — Spring 2025

Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Academic Advisor

Brittany Warren
Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 208
319-296-4014 ext.1086
Email Brittany Warren