The University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW) is one of
the oldest and largest graduate schools of social work in Maryland. As
one of six University of Maryland, Baltimore professional schools and
an interdisciplinary School of Graduate Studies, UMSSW educates the
majority of social workers in Maryland through 3 graduate degree
programs and a robust offering of continuing professional education
workshops and certificates.
Planning the next steps in your social work education? Consider
these graduate-level options available to UMBC BSW graduates.
Master of Social Work (MSW) Program
UMSSW has multiple MSW program options and two areas of
concentration — Clinical and Leadership,
Policy and Social Change (formerly Macro) — across three
campus locations: Baltimore, The Universities at Shady Grove, and Online.
UMBC BSW graduates can earn their MSW in 1–2 years through the University of
Maryland School of Social Work’s Advanced Standing Programs.
Learn more about MSW application requirements and deadlines.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program
The UMSSW PhD Program is a 53-credit program that prepares graduate
students to conduct interdisciplinary research and become exemplary
social work scholars and educators. Located on the University of
Maryland, Baltimore’s campus, the PhD program is designed for
students who already have an MSW degree and want to launch a
research-focused career.
Learn more about the UMSSW PhD Program.
Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Program
UMSSW’s DSW Program is a cohort-based, three-year, advanced
practice doctorate designed for experienced social workers seeking to
deepen their expertise in five core areas: clinical practice,
teaching, supervision, leadership, and applied research.
An MSW and at least two years of social work experience are
required to apply to this program. Students will participate
in person in courses on UMSSW’s Baltimore campus one weekend per month
during the fall and spring semesters.
Learn more about the UMSSW DSW Program.
Contact UMSSW
Contact the University of Maryland School of Social Work at
410-705-7790 or visit
ssw.umaryland.edu.