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.
Rutgers School of Social Work
Our mission is to develop and disseminate knowledge through social work research, education, and training that promotes social and economic justice and strengthens individual, family, and community well-being in this diverse and increasingly global environment of New Jersey and beyond.
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
Grant Portfolio
$58 million+
74 active awards in FY26
Alumni
23,000+
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
More than 100 alumni, faculty, staff, program founders, and friends gathered on October 14 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Intensive Weekend Master of Social Work Program at the Rutgers School of Social Work. Held at Trayes Hall in the Douglass Student Center in New Brunswick, the celebration honored two decades of expanding access to graduate social work education and supporting working professionals as they advance their careers and strengthen their communities.
Seven faculty members at Rutgers School of Social Work have been recognized in the latest edition of the Stanford/Elsevier database of the world’s most-cited scientists, highlighting the reach and influence of their scholarship across social work and related disciplines.
Rutgers School of Social Work will be represented at the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)'s 72nd Annual Program Meeting from October 22-25, 2026 by a number of presentations being hosted by our faculty, postdocs, Ph.D. students, lecturers, alumni, and staff.
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.