By the Numbers

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Top 9%

Ranked Among Graduate Social Work Programs Nationwide

$19.6M

Research and Sponsored Programs Expenditures FY24$66M Research and Sponsored Programs Portfolio

$1.5M

Student Scholarship Funding

250+

Field Education Internship Sites

8,800+

Alumni Worldwide

Academic Programs

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BSW

Our Bachelor of Social Work degree program prepares students to advance human rights and social justice, and to serve individuals, families, and communities in need.

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MSW

Our Master of Social Work program allows busy students to pursue their passion for social justice on campus full time or part time, online part time or through Advanced Standing.

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Ph.D.

Our doctoral students are welcomed into a supportive community where they are mentored, and prepared to teach and conduct research to address critical social problems.

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Continuing Education

Our CE program offers social workers and human service professionals the coursework and credits they need to serve clients, agencies, and communities.

Research News

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Innovations Institute

Innovations Institute, at UConn’s School of Social Work (SSW), works in partnership with government agencies, health care providers, youth and their families, and community-based organizations nationwide to improve outcomes for children, youth, young adults, and their families. A University institute of the SSW, Innovations extends the School’s commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and the improvement of human well-being nationwide.

The Nancy A. Humphreys Institute
for Political Social Work

The Nancy A. Humphreys Institute for Political Social Work works to increase the political participation and power of social workers and the communities they serve. The Institute leads the national "Voting is Social Work" Campaign, and trains social workers and students to lead in politics through its Campaign School for Social Workers.

News & Events

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Mar 25

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We are thrilled to share that Dr. Sukhmani Singh’s paper, "Roses Have Thorns for a Reason": The Promises and Perils of Critical Youth Participatory Research with system-impacted Girls of Color, published in the American Journal of Community Psychology on behalf of the Society for Community Research and Action, has been recognized as one of the top 10 most-cited papers published by the journal in 2023. Link in bio to read more🎉

We are thrilled to share that Dr. Sukhmani Singh’s paper, "Roses Have Thorns for a Reason": The Promises and Perils of Critical Youth Participatory Research with system-impacted Girls of Color, published in the American Journal of Community Psychology on behalf of the Society for Community Research and Action, has been recognized as one of the top 10 most-cited papers published by the journal in 2023. Link in bio to read more🎉 ...

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Mar 20

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Join us on Friday, April 4th, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM for a vital webinar on Recognizing and Responding to Youth Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders. This session will cover best practices and available Connecticut (CT) services to support youth. Register now to secure your spot. Link in bio!

Join us on Friday, April 4th, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM for a vital webinar on Recognizing and Responding to Youth Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders. This session will cover best practices and available Connecticut (CT) services to support youth. Register now to secure your spot. Link in bio! ...

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Mar 19

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📄 Dr. Gio Iacono and co-authors have published a new study: "The impact of age and sexual orientation on work-related changes and stress early in the pandemic." This research explores how LGBTQIA+ young people faced disproportionate work-related stress during COVID-19, shedding light on the unique challenges experienced by younger individuals. Read more link in bio! #LGBTQIA #PandemicResearch #MentalHealthAwareness

📄 Dr. Gio Iacono and co-authors have published a new study: "The impact of age and sexual orientation on work-related changes and stress early in the pandemic." This research explores how LGBTQIA+ young people faced disproportionate work-related stress during COVID-19, shedding light on the unique challenges experienced by younger individuals. Read more link in bio! #LGBTQIA #PandemicResearch #MentalHealthAwareness ...

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Mar 17

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Join the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 for an informative session on licensure and learn more about how to get involved with the Connecticut chapter of NASW. For more information link in bio! #NASW #SocialWork

Join the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 for an informative session on licensure and learn more about how to get involved with the Connecticut chapter of NASW. For more information link in bio! #NASW #SocialWork ...

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📢 Calling All Future Social Workers! Join the UConn School of Social Work on Friday, March 28th for the upcoming Social Workers' Network Event – a perfect opportunity to connect with experienced professionals, expand your network, and earn 2 hours of practicum! For more information, contact the Office of Student and Academic Services at sswstudentservices@uconn.edu! #FutureSocialWorkers #NetworkingEvent #SocialWorkStudents

📢 Calling All Future Social Workers! Join the UConn School of Social Work on Friday, March 28th for the upcoming Social Workers` Network Event – a perfect opportunity to connect with experienced professionals, expand your network, and earn 2 hours of practicum! For more information, contact the Office of Student and Academic Services at sswstudentservices@uconn.edu! #FutureSocialWorkers #NetworkingEvent #SocialWorkStudents ...

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Mar 15

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Join us for an informative session on the Master of Social Work program at UConn Stamford. The UConn School of Social Work is pleased to present details about our MSW Program on the Stamford Campus, focusing on the Individuals, Groups, and Families Concentration. This session will take place on March 17th at 6:00 PM. We will discuss the program's schedule, curriculum, and delivery modalities. Discover how this program can help you achieve your goals of making a difference in lives. #UConnStamford #SocialWork #MSWProgram #SocialWorkEducation

Join us for an informative session on the Master of Social Work program at UConn Stamford. The UConn School of Social Work is pleased to present details about our MSW Program on the Stamford Campus, focusing on the Individuals, Groups, and Families Concentration. This session will take place on March 17th at 6:00 PM. We will discuss the program`s schedule, curriculum, and delivery modalities. Discover how this program can help you achieve your goals of making a difference in lives. #UConnStamford #SocialWork #MSWProgram #SocialWorkEducation ...