If you’re passionate about helping others and innovating social change, our school is the place for you.
At the UW School of Social Work we focus on delivering leading-edge learning opportunities that engage and transform students inside and outside of the classroom. Here you can select from top-notch academic offerings, work with renowned social work scholars, and participate in community-based projects, making a real impact on people’s lives.
The BASW program trains students for positions in the helping professions and prepares them to take action against injustice and inequalities.
The MSW program provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to innovate, lead, and practice in a world with complex social challenges.
The doctoral program offers a rich learning experience with interdisciplinary collaboration, faculty mentorship, and hands-on research opportunities.
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Northwest Asian Weekly wrote a profile chronicling University of Washington School of Social Work Dean Michael Spencer’s journey to become the UW’s first Native Hawaiian dean. For 43 years, Northwest Asian Weekly was the only English-edition newspaper serving Washington’s Asian community.
The UW School of Social Work Alumni Mixer on May 14 will recognize three outstanding alumni: Derek Crain, Ramona Beltran and Em Loerzel, whose professional accomplishments and commitment to social work exemplify the values of our School. The event will also welcome alumni from across the country and serve as an opportunity to network and reconnect.
The Asian Pacific Fund has awarded University of Washington School of Social Work Dean Michael S. Spencer the 2025 Chang‑Lin Tien Leadership in Education Award, one of the nation’s most distinguished honors recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) leaders in U.S. higher education. The San Franciso-based non-profit presents the annual award to individuals who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and the potential to advance to the highest levels of higher‑education leadership.
The School of Social Work is an international leader in science-driven social change. If you're interested in supporting the groundbreaking work underway at our school, as well as our research and innovation centers, considering a charitable gift today.