By the Numbers

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Top 9%

Ranked Among Graduate Social Work Programs Nationwide

$23.5M

Research and Sponsored Programs Expenditures FY25$73.5M 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 prepares students for clinical social work and allows them 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.

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Non-Degree Program

Our Non-Degree program allows students to explore the field of social work and potentially apply credits toward our Master of Social Work degree program.

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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Dec 26

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This year’s topic of the 2026 @uconnsocialwork Diversity Seminar is β€œFrom Food Insecurity to Food Justice.” Panelists include: Moderator Alexandra Forte, assistant professor, UConn School of Social Work (pictured) Emily Loveland, assistant professor, California State University San Bernadino (UConn Social Work MSW and Ph.D. alumna) Jackie Riberdy, resource and engagement Coordinator, Connecticut Foodshare And Ben Dubow, executive director, Forge City Works Join us on Friday, Jan. 23, 9 to 11 .am. on Webex: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m5a6996aa1592570f0d7521e026398631

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Dec 23

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As we wrap up the year, I want to sincerely thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the countless ways you support each other and our communities. Your commitment is what makes our social work community so special. Wishing you a joyful, restful holiday season and a wonderful start to the new year. Warmly, Laura Curran Dean and Professor, UConn School of Social Work #uconnssw #happyholidays

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Dec 22

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Check out our inaugural issue of Learning in Action, which highlights our innovative educational programming and the remarkable accomplishments of our faculty and students. This newsletter shines a spotlight on the life of the classroom as well as the rich learning that occurs through practicum-based education. Thank you for being part of our learning community at @uconnsocialwork ! View the newsletter online: https://mailchi.mp/uconn/research-impact-newsletter-fall-17461854?e=4ede04ff5e

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Dec 19

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Do you have questions about the social work licensure process? Join us for a virtual MSW Licensure Workshop at 7 p.m. Jan. 13 and learn tips for navigating the process! Dawn Brown from the Connecticut Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-CT) and Lori DePalma and Stephen Carragher from the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) will give the presentation. Join the session live at: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=ma4d656a64b99ce1d1e9eb42aa6ae8bf2

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