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
At the University of Maryland School of Social Work, we train our students and equip them with the tools to make an impact on the world.
Changemakers needed.
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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: DSWOur New DSW Program is Coming Soon! The Doctor of Social Work (DSW) will be 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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The PSC marks its 10th anniversary!
February 6th 2026
Learn more about February 6th 2026- Learn More and Register
The PSC marks its 10th anniversary! We are proud to have served the schools, students, families, and communities of Maryland. It’s also been a wonderful journey partnering with all of you. The upcoming event will bring together educators, partners, community members, and key stakeholders. The theme is "Charting New Territory: Using Transformational Tools as Our Guide." The event will feature speakers, food, music, professional networking, and a fireside chat. Attendees can learn about PSC’s history and discover innovative ways to address community needs.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE UMSSW
3Feb
Practicum Office Hours for Shady Grove Students 12:01 PM | Virtual The Office of Practicum Education is offering virtual Office Hours for students who would like to talk to someone about their placement or practicum application.
4Feb
Practicum Office Hours for Shady Grove Students 12:01 PM | Virtual The Office of Practicum Education is offering virtual Office Hours for students who would like to talk to someone about their placement or practicum application.
5Feb
Practicum Office Hours for Shady Grove Students 12:01 PM | Virtual The Office of Practicum Education is offering virtual Office Hours for students who would like to talk to someone about their placement or practicum application.
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 InstagramB’more for Healthy Babies closed out 2025 in community, care, and celebration with a restorative Spa Night for moms/caregivers and a powerful Father’s Harvest Dinner. Centered on the theme “Reset, Rebirth, Realign,” Spa Night offered massage, yoga, journaling, breath work, aromatherapy, and a “rest is resistance” affirmation circle, while the Father’s Harvest Dinner uplifted fathers, bonus dads, and grandfathers as community change agents and marked the second anniversary of the Uncommon Dialogue male engagement group and the launch of Deon Jones’ new book. Read the full story: https://ow.ly/SwIR50Y5KEk
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View on Instagram#UMSSW’s Bethany Lee was featured in Mountain State Spotlight discussing proposed West Virginia foster care legislation. She urged lawmakers to move beyond incremental fixes toward prevention, anti-poverty policy, and stronger community safety nets that address root causes like poverty, housing instability, health care access, and untreated addiction. 🔗 Read the full story: https://ow.ly/s5zb50Y5zQV
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View on InstagramSubmit your poster for #UMSSW’s Social Justice Research Day: Growing Community–University Partnerships on Wednesday, March 25. This interdisciplinary event will highlight work that advances equity, access, community partnership, and social justice–aligned innovation, with a special focus on diverse forms of knowledge, methodologies, ownership, and dissemination. 🗓 Poster deadline: Saturday, February 7, 2026: https://ow.ly/Y4sS50Y5zpp
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