Rutgers offers the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a social work major through the School of Social Work and the Camden College of Arts and Sciences and the New Brunswick School of Arts and Sciences.
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Our Programs
Rutgers School of Social Work's MSW program is offered in a variety of formats including traditional on-campus, 100% online, blended online, and intensive weekend. Additional program features include dual degree, certificate, and designated emphasis programs.
Our DSW program fosters social work leaders poised to address complex practice issues using critical perspectives.
Offered in conjunction with Rutgers Graduate School-New Brunswick, the Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (Ph.D.) prepares students for careers as faculty, research scientists, policy analysts, and leaders in the field of social welfare.
Rutgers School of Social Work's Continuing Education provides dynamic webinars, certificate programs, and customized training for professionals in New Jersey, New York and beyond.
Professional Credit Courses are non-degree, graduate-level courses offered through 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
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The School of Social Work’s initiative for Inclusion, Intersectionality, Diversity, Equity and Advancement (IIDEA), along with the IIDEA Committee, was established in fall 2020 as part of the School’s strategic plan, Toward a More Just Future.
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.
Toward a More Just Future
Toward a More Just Future: A Five-Year Strategic Plan envisions a future for our country and our world that is grounded in justice. We commit to leading for justice, through a focus on innovation, excellence, collaboration and community. Deeply grounded in inclusion, intersectionality, diversity, equity and advancement, our plan focuses on core elements of our mission as a leading school of social work.
Latest News
Elsa Candelario, Professor of Professional Practice and Director of the Latina/o/x Initiatives for Service, Training, and Assessment (LISTA) Certificate Program, writes about Hispanic Heritage Month and the aim to recognize the rich diversity of cultures present in the United States.
Associate Professor Emmy Tiderington, an expert in the implementation and effectiveness of homeless services for individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorder, and other complex needs, conducts the kind of community engaged research that supports our mission. Dr. Tiderington shares how and why she conducts this work and how it has elevated her approach to social work studies.
Bridget Nash, Rutgers School of Social Work lecturer since 2014, graduate of the Rutgers DSW and MSW programs, and a social worker who has been in clinical private practice for over 15 years, discusses how social workers can commemorate Suicide Prevention Week, which takes place Sunday, September 8th through Saturday, September 14th. She shares her own experience as both a teacher, clinician, and sister of someone who lost her battle with mental illness.
Careers at Rutgers School of Social Work
Browse our job opportunities page to learn about faculty, staff, and lecturer employment opportunities within the Rutgers School of Social Work.