Social Work (BSW) at UCalgary: Admission Average
University of Calgary · Calgary, AB
What average do you need for Social Work (BSW) at UCalgary?
Social Work (BSW) at University of Calgary typically admits students with averages in the high 70s-low 80s, roughly 78–82%. It is the most accessible of the 13 UCalgary programs we track.
Strong program with Calgary's large non-profit sector.
How competitive is it?
Of the 10 universities we track that offer it, 5 ask for a higher average and 2 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 82% or higher is above the typical range, 78% up to 82% is inside it, and 74% up to 78% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Social Work at other universities
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Manitoba – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid-to-high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 70s-80s
- University of Windsor – high 70s-80s
- University of Ottawa – high 70s
- York University – high 70s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Volunteer or community experience (valued)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Social Work
- Human Development
- Social Policy
- Field Placement Preparation
- Research Methods
These are typical for Social Work (BSW) programs across Canada. About the Social Work (BSW) degree
After a Social Work (BSW) degree
Social Work (BSW) usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Social Worker (RSW) – $50,000 to $90,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Indigenous social work is a critical and growing specialisation - U of M has particularly strong Indigenous program connections.
- The MSW (2 years post-BSW) is required for clinical social work and significantly increases earning potential.
- Field placements are extensive - you will be working with real clients from early in the program.
Applying to UCalgary
The University of Calgary is a growing research university in the heart of Canada's energy capital. UCalgary has strong engineering, business (Haskayne), law, and medicine programs, and benefits enormously from Calgary's booming energy and tech economy.
University of Calgary is in Calgary, AB, was founded in 1966 and has about 38,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $7,500 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- Calgary's job market is exceptional - UCalgary graduates in engineering and business often command premium starting salaries.
- The Haskayne School of Business has strong energy sector ties that are genuinely unique in Canada.
- Calgary has no provincial sales tax - meaningfully lower cost of living vs Ontario or BC.
Other UCalgary programs
- Medicine (MD) – high 90s + MCAT + interview
- Nursing (BN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Chemical Engineering – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Civil Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Software Engineering – high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Business (Haskayne - BComm) – high 80s
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Kinesiology – high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s