University of Maryland School of Social Work

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At the University of Maryland School of Social Work, we train our students and equip them with the tools to make an impact on the world.

Changemakers needed.

My experience at the School of Social Work was life altering. I found my village of changemakers and was able to soar.

Kimberly Street, UMSSW Alumna
  • #1

    On-campus MSW Program

    Social Work Degree Center, 2022 - "Degree recipients from the UMSSW get $12,275 above the standard college grad in this field shortly after graduation."

  • Top 10%

    Ranked #24 of Best Schools for Social Work

    U.S. News & World Report, 2024

  • #3

    Best Master of Social Work Degrees

    College Choice, 2022

What can you study and do in social work? The possibilities are endless.

Building Tomorrow Together: Unveiling the Innovative Plans for the New SSW Building

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We are strongly committed to Baltimore, to Maryland, and beyond.

Helping our communities throughout Maryland

Our Center for Restorative Change, Promise Heights, Positive Schools, Family Connections, and the Institute for Innovation and Implementation are all very active in helping with the social work needs in Baltimore and beyond.

Our Centers & Institutes
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A School Culture Where Everyone Thrives

The School of Social Work's Positive Schools Center

Improving the profession through research.

With some of the most active and respected social work scholars in the nation, our findings go right into the classroom so our graduates learn and understand the latest and most impactful social work tools.

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With locations in Baltimore and Montgomery County, MD, and a new online MSW program, we have a place for you here at the School of Social Work.

Our main campus is located in the heart of Baltimore. The city has vibrant energy that’s infectious and is great place to study and launch your social work career. In addition, we offer our program in Montgomery County, Maryland, at the Universities at Shady Grove, and we have a new online MSW program, too!

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INSIDE LIFE AT THE UMSSW

  • We have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we say and do.
  • You can expect a faculty dedicated to your learning and success.
  • The University of Maryland, Baltimore has numerous housing offerings for those interested in living in or near Baltimore.
  • Active student organizations and career development resources stand ready to assist you.

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MSW Program Information Sessions

UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW

2May
11:00 AM | SSW Auditorium | Zoom Join us to discuss the development of the new, sustainable UMSSW building at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). This event will be held in person and virtually.
2May
12:00 PM | Virtual Join us for an opportunity to talk in small groups with some of BHWell's researchers and the MSW and PhD students working with them to discuss how research translates to practice and vice versa.
2May
12:30 PM | Room #2E29 The Community Justice and Equity (CJaE) initiative will host the retreat on May 2nd, from 12:30-5PM. There will be both an in-person and virtual option.
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We Strive to be
Inclusive
Diverse
Equitable
Anti-Racist
and Anti-Oppressive

See More About Our Commitment to DEI

Are You Ready to be a Changemaker?