A social work degree might be the right choice for you if you love helping others, enjoy working one–on–one with clients, and wish to develop a meaningful and rewarding career. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work can put you in a position to work with struggling people, helping them to navigate complex bureaucracies and access the assistance they need. Depending on your focus, you might work with children, the elderly, people with mental health issues, LGBTQ+ people, or those struggling with economic, family, or addiction issues. If you are socially–minded, compassionate, and want to make a difference, a social work degree can lead to a challenging but deeply meaningful career path.