Kimberly Street, UMSSW Alumni
"My experience at the School of Social Work was life altering. I found my village of changemakers and was able to soar".
University of Maryland School of Social Work
We are excited to celebrate our graduates! Convocation 2026 will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Towson University’s SECU Arena.
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MSW Degree
MSW AdmissionsAt the University of Maryland School of Social Work, our hybrid MSW programs in Baltimore and Shady Grove, and our new online MSW program, equip students with the tools needed to make an impact on the world.
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PhD Degree
PhD AdmissionsThe School of Social Work’s Doctor of Philosophy program prepares graduates to conduct change making interdisciplinary research and become exemplary social work scholars and educators.
DSW Degree
Explore Social Work: DSWThe Doctor of Social Work (DSW) is a three-year, advanced practice doctorate designed for experienced social workers seeking to deepen their expertise and expand their impact.
Practicum Education
Practicum Education is an essential component of graduate social work education. As part of the curriculum, students are placed at two different field placement sites.
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UMSSW Program Helps Baltimore Girls ‘Bloom’
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This is Bloom: Beautifully Living Out Our Me — an event led by the University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW) Positive Schools Center in its second year designed to give power to themselves. More than 20 schools from Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) were represented at the event.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW
24Apr
Between Us: Community Conversations 11:08 AM | 2W11 The purpose of this conversation is to reflect on how our identities shape our experiences in academia.
6May
Inside the Session: Holding Space in Psychedelic Therapy (with Virtual Simulation) 9:00 AM | Virtual Inside the Session: Holding Space in Psychedelic Therapy is a two day immersive training equipping practitioners with the ethics and skills to support clients in psychedelic assisted therapy.
7May
Inside the Session: Holding Space in Psychedelic Therapy (with Virtual Simulation) 9:00 AM | Virtual Inside the Session: Holding Space in Psychedelic Therapy is a two day immersive training equipping practitioners with the ethics and skills to support clients in psychedelic assisted therapy.
Change Is On The Horizon: New SSW Building Coming Soon
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Access, Collaboration, Engagement, and Strategy are not just a part of social work; it IS social work!
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View on InstagramThe Lasting Impact of Early Loss🫂 Join us to examine how clinicians can thoughtfully assess both the immediate and long-term impacts of grief on children while integrating culturally responsive and developmentally informed approaches in care Visit https://ow.ly/A84y50YCf47 to register.
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View on InstagramReady to elevate your client interactions? ✨ Join us LIVE with Denise Relf to discover practical strategies to boost your motivational interviewing skills. Whether you’re new to MI or have some experience, this workshop will provide you with advanced techniques and practical strategies to effectively motivate and guide clients towards achieving their goals. Visit https://ow.ly/O7al50YCeSS to register.
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View on InstagramLearn Over Lunch With CPE! ✏️🍎 Fit continuing education into your busy schedule! Join our Lunchtime Seminar Series—grab your lunch, log in, and learn with us! 👇Register Here https://umbsswcpe.ce21.com/bundle/spring2026lunchtimeseminarseries
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