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By the Numbers
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

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.

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.

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.

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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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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School of Social Work Archives – UConn Today
- Stronger Together: UConn Health and UConn join Community in Advancing Wellness April 4, 2025Our word of the month for April is "Community" and at UConn Health, community isn’t just a word, it’s the foundation of everything we do. Whether it’s the connections between our patients and providers, the collaboration among our teams, or our commitment to serving those beyond our walls, community defines who we are.Jennifer Walker
- Social Workers Are a Vital Part of Care Teams March 26, 2025UConn Health recognizes contributions of its 35 social workersChris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
- Campaign School for Social Workers Cultivates the Candidates, Campaign Managers, and Communicators of Tomorrow March 18, 2025'Democracy reflects the priorities of those who show up'Jaclyn Severance
- UConn School of Social Work Lands $587,633 Mental Health Training Grant December 17, 2024Grant will support 50,000 students in under-resourced Connecticut school districtsJoanna Smiley
- UConn’s Experts in Aging Honor Colleagues and Highlight Advances October 21, 2024'This is a time of remarkable innovation in geriatric medicine and gerontology'Kim Krieger
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🎓 Interested in earning your MSW online? Join us on April 30, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm for a Master of Social Work Info Session focused on UConn’s Online Part-Time MSW Program (Individuals, Groups, and Families concentration)! RSVP with the link in our bio! ...
There’s still time!⏰UConn Gives is ends TONIGHT at 11:59pm. Support the School of Social Work and help us reach our goal — every gift makes a difference! Link in bio to make a impact! #UConnGives #UConnSSW #SupportSocialWork #UConnAlumni ...
Connecticut Latina Campaign School! Join us on April 26, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a full-day event focused on building political confidence, understanding local government, and strengthening Latina/ne representation in leadership. Check out NPR`s coverage of the upcoming event @ https://www.ctpublic.org/tags/latino ...
📣 Surprise! #UConnGives is extended through the weekend — make an impact! 💙 Support the School of Social Work and help create change for students and communities. Every dollar counts! Link in Bio! #UconnGives #UConnAlumni #SupportSocialWork #SocialWorkImpact ...
⏰The clock is ticking! There’s still time to make a difference during #UConnGives—but don’t wait! Support the School of Social Work and help create meaningful change for students and communities. Make your gift before 7 PM ET TODAY (April 22) to have it count toward this year’s UConn Gives totals! Use the link in our bio! #UconnGives #SocialWork #MakeADifference #GiveBack ...
From now through April 22, make your gift and show your support for the UConn School of Social Work! Your donation helps empower future social workers, fund critical research, and strengthen community programs. Spread the word using #UConnGives and encourage others to do the same! Use the link in the bio! #SupportSocialWork #CommunitySupport ...