Whether you are just starting your pursuit of a career in social work, looking to advance your undergraduate degree to help enhance your career options, or you have your MSW and now desire to research and teach, we have highly ranked and respected programs for you to choose from. With over 15,000 changemaking alumni worldwide, a degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work will help you become the changemaker you desire.

Admissions
It takes compassion. It takes commitment. It takes a changemaker.
BSW Degree
BSW DegreeThe University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), the campus on which the Baccalaureate Social Work program resides, is ideal for undergraduate social work education.
MSW Degree
MSW DegreeAt 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.
PhD Degree
PhD DegreeThe 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.
MSW Program Rankings
- #1
On-Campus MSW Program
Social Work Degree Center, 2022 - "Degree recipients from the UMSSW get $12,275 above the standard college grad in this field shortly after graduation."
- Top 10%
Ranked #21 of Best Schools for Social Work
U.S. News & World Report, 2022
- #3
Best Master of Social Work Degrees
College Choice, 2022
My experience at the School of Social Work was life altering. I found my village of change makers and was able to soar
Kimberly Street, UMSSW Alumna
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Paying for Your Degree
Learn MoreHow to pay for an education is one of the top questions every student asks. Explore these links to learn more about financial aid and scholarships available in the MSW Program. Information on aid for the BSW and PhD programs can be found at those degree option links.