University of Maryland School of Social Work

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Celebrate at SSW!

Social Work Month.

  • MSW Degree

    MSW Degree

    At 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.

    MSW Admissions
  • PhD Degree

    PhD Degree

    The 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.

    PhD Admissions
  • DSW Degree

    DSW Degree

    The 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.

    Explore Social Work: DSW

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.
Learn More About Practicum

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW

25Mar
1:30 PM | SSW Baltimore Campus This event will bring together students, staff, faculty, and community members from across UMB Campus. It will include a poster session, training module, and plenary panel.
26Mar
6:00 PM | Universities at Shady Grove (USG), Building II, Multipurpose Room Connect with fellow students and alumni, meet representatives from social work agencies with current job openings, discuss employment opportunities, and discover ways to stay engaged with the SSW.
31Mar
10:00 AM | Westminster Hall JEDI Awards and Breakfast Gala
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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!

See More About Our Commitment to ACES


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    There’s still time to join us for the UMBC and UMB Social Work Career Networking Reception on March 26! Connect with students, alumni, and employers who are shaping the future of social work. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/66cK50YvWMB #UMSSW #SocialWork #UnityWeek2026 #UMSSWAlumni

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    Check out this new #BaltimoreBanner article highlighting The Rise Family Support Center at the #UMSSW Center for Restorative Change, run by the University of Maryland School of Social Work, and its impact on families in West Baltimore. The piece lifts up how free, high-quality child care and wraparound support are helping parents work, pursue education, and build stability while nurturing their children’s early learning and development, https://ow.ly/b6ei50YvXYP.

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  • Award Winners

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    Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Unity Week Luncheon and Alumni Recognition Ceremony—a heartfelt reunion and celebration of the UMSSW community. The Scholarship and Stewardship Luncheon honored our faculty and alumni for their enduring contributions, leadership, and impact on the School of Social Work and beyond. Congratulations to our 2026 Alumni Award Recipients: 🏆 Student of the Year: Nichelle S. Taylor ’26 🎓 Recent Graduate Award: Karen Marc ’20 💡 Innovation in Social Work Award: Megan Tracy Benson ’06 👩‍🏫 Field Instructor of the Year: Chris Beegle ’10 🌿 Emeritus Award: Denise G. Nooe ’82 💖 Alumni of the Year: Sonali Nijhawan ’10

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