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Rutgers School of Social Work

By the Numbers

Top Ranked
#1
In New Jersey

and #12 Ranked Best MSW Program (U.S. News & World Report)

Faculty
250+

Working in critical areas of social work research and professional practice

Students
2,000+

Enrolled in our four core academic programs

Alumni
19,000+

Effecting change in the field of social work and beyond

Practicum Learning
1,000+

Giving students first-hand experience

Upcoming Events

Rutgers School of Social Work hosts a variety of events throughout the year for students and members of our greater community. From lectures and workshops to ceremonies and conferences, browse our full calendar to see what's happening at the SSW and beyond.

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Latest News

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On Wednesday, October 2, Rutgers School of Social Work had the privilege of hosting 10 social work leaders from South Korea who work in community social service agencies, including day care centers and facilities serving individuals with disabilities, older adults, and various populations in need such as children, youth, the elderly, and the deaf. Part of a larger trip to visit social work agencies and policymakers in the United States, the group requested to meet with the School of Social Work to gain insights from academic research.

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The Social Work Policy Network remains committed to sharing key news updates, policy changes, action opportunities, events & more - with content particularly focused on social justice, equity, and systemic change.

Stephen Crystal

Decades into the opioid epidemic that has created so many challenges for New Jersey communities, Rutgers researchers are studying promising avenues for improving post-release outcomes and community re-integration for released prisoners with substance use disorders. The effort focuses on initiating medications for opioid use disorder (OUD) prior to release and providing peer navigation during the community re-entry process.