Associates Degree

NOTE: This degree program is only available on our IU-East campus in Richmond, Indiana.

Students prepare for para-professional practice and develop the foundation they need for advanced coursework. For an application form and information about admissions to this program, write or e-mail: 

Pam Barrows 
2325 Chester Blvd.
Indiana University East
Richmond, IN 47374-1289
(765)973-8535 or (765)973-8216
E-mail: pbarrows@indiana.edu

Admission requirements:

1. Regular admission to the university

2. Completion of at least 12 credit hours beyond high school, including the required exploratory course, S141 Introduction to Social Work. (Student must receive a grade of C or above.)

3. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale. (In special cases, students may be admitted with a grade point average under 2.3.)

4. Evidence of personal qualifications required for education in human services. Such evidence will be derived from application materials, letters of reference, performance in completed courses, and a personal interview (narrative).

5. It is possible for students who complete requirements for the Associate of Science degree to be admitted to the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program. Course credit earned for the associate degree may be applied the BSW degree.