With roots dating back to 1918, Boston University School of Social Work has more than 100 years of social work education history, a dynamic faculty leading innovative research on pressing social justice issues, and a student body engaged in programs across two campuses and online.
Welcome to the Boston University School of Social Work — where an inclusive community of learners, scholars, and practitioners comes together to dismantle injustice and liberate possibilities.
Whether you are a prospective student, a current learner, an alum, a community partner, or a visitor, you have found a place defined by compassion, curiosity, and courageous action.
originally founded as part of BU School of Religious and Social Work
ranked by U.S. News & World Report out of 298 graduate social work schools
global alumni network
A social work degree is more vital and more relevant that it has even been. Now is the time, join us.
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Since day one, we have been committed to advancing equity and inclusion.