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University of Kansas School of Social Welfare
Educating, training and supporting qualified, compassionate social workers.
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Our master's program prepares graduates for advanced social work practice in clinical or macro specializations. Students can pursue their degree full-time or part-time, both on campus and online.
![A small group of students study at the Edwards Campus](/sites/socwel/files/images/home/homepage-msw-study-group-2024.jpg)
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Majoring in social work at KU prepares students for entry-level social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. KU offers the undergraduate BSW program in Lawrence and the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park.
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Doctoral Programs
The online Doctor of Social Work (DSW) is a practice doctorate focused on teaching, leadership and translational science. The Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) is an in-person program focused on research, scholarship and education.
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KU Social Welfare Stories
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Pegah Naemi Jimenez wins Research Achievement Award
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Alumni Stories from the Integrated Health Scholars Program
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Partnerships Equip More Social Workers to Serve Rural Kansas
Latest News
![Toni Johnson Scholar directors Joonmo Kang and Claire Willey-Sthapit.](https://news-archive-assets.ku.edu/data/00/17/01j6fkxb3bb3yz9zyv99pat015.jpg)
Social Welfare selects 14 students for Toni Johnson Scholars Program in 2024-2025
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Social Welfare fall research events aim to facilitate important discussions
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Student Spotlights: MSW Salina student experience
![KU School of Social Welfare student support staff members Amea Chandler, Joseph Bush and Hazel Rogers.](https://news-archive-assets.ku.edu/data/fc/da/01j67step63kak8skp8cev06h9.jpeg)
Social Welfare support staff is dedicated to guiding students
Research Impact
Serving Our Communities
Upcoming Events
Our Vision & Mission
A Foundation of Strengths. A Vision of Justice. A Mission of Change. Learn how the School of Social Welfare is working toward realizing our vision - that all individuals, families and communities utilize their power to achieve justice, equity and well-being.