Reach Out. Raise Hope. Change Society.

With the resources we offer, our faculty and students are empowered to extend their reach, deepen their impact and engage in real-world social change. For more than 100 years, we have led the profession in teaching, research, innovation, collaboration and service. The U-M School of Social Work is poised to take on new challenges in the next century and we invite you join us in reaching out, raising hope and changing society.

University of Michigan School of Social Work

Leading MSW Program

A U-M MSW degree offers a broad range of specializations that draw on the most recent research, new learning innovations and a strong interdisciplinary focus.

Joint PhD Program

As a Joint PhD student, you will be a member of a select group of outstanding scholars and researchers who study, collaborate and work in an interdisciplinary environment.

Undergraduate Minor

The CASC minor is for students interested in developing knowledge, skills, and experiences in community action and social change.

Field Education

Field education presents you with opportunities to become part of the professional social work community, where you will integrate classroom knowledge with practice and develop your social work skills.

Part-Time Programs

Michigan Social Work part-time programs provide balance for studies, work, family and other commitments.

Online MSW Program

The University of Michigan School of Social Work offers a full-time and part-time online Master of Social Work degree program. The online degree is a 45 credit program saving you time and money.

Reach Out Further

Apply Online

View our program application requirements and apply online.

Apply to our MSW, PhD, or CASC programs

Learn More

Learn about our program, meet current students, receive admissions and financial aid advising, sample an MSW class.

Associate Professor Daicia Price

The Michigan Difference