"Sociology has been incredibly helpful to me as I pursue my MSW. As someone interested in community organizing and community development, I use insights I gleaned from sociology all of the time."
Nathanial Corderre
"Social work and sociology are integral partners in understanding what is happening at the micro, meso, macro and institutional levels. Having these two disciplines under my belt has been foundational in the development of my worldview."
Violeta Donawa
"My research background in sociology has led me to pursue community-level social work research alongside my clinical field placement."
Amelia Walker
U-M Sociology and Social Work
The U-M School of Social Work and Sociology have partnered to create an opportunity for U-M undergraduate sociology students to enter the MSW program.
Why Sociology and Social Work?
- Develop an understanding of diversity, research, discrimination, oppression and the skills to advocate for social and economic justice.
- Promote social justice through direct service and advocacy on the local, national and global levels.
- Earn your BA in four years and your MSW with just three semesters of classes saving time and tuition.
- Earn your BA in Sociology and your MSW from the #1 schools in the country (U.S. News & World Reports).
- 96% of U-M MSW graduates looking for jobs are employed.
How to Apply
Interested students must be current undergraduate students at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor who will declare Sociology as a major and select the Sociology & Social Work subplan.
- Declare Sociology major and select the Social Work subplan.
- Complete Sociology & Social Work subplan requirements as a U-M undergraduate.
- Apply for admission to the MSW program during your Junior year. Application deadline: March 1
- Once admitted, complete 13 credits in the MSW program your Senior year.
Sample Timeline
Undergraduate
| Year 1-2 | Year 3, Fall | Year 3, Winter | Year 4, Fall | Year 4, Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociology Requirements | Declare Sociology & Social Work Subplan | Sociology Requirements | MSW Requirements | MSW Requirements |
| Sociology Requirements | Sociology Electives |
Graduate MSW
| Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer |
|---|---|---|
| MSW Courses & Field Placement | MSW Courses & Field Placement | MSW Courses & Field Placement |
Contact Information
Colleen Karim
Recruitment and Admissions Student Services Coordinator
(734) 763-3491
karimcol@umich.edu
Katie Richards-Schuster
Director of Undergraduate Minor Programs and Assistant Professor of Social Work
(734) 615-2118
kers@umich.edu
Amber Williams
CASC Assistant Director and LEO Adjunct Lecturer
(734) 763-5733
cascminor@umich.edu