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BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE

A degree in social work is just the beginning of your endless potential to shape our world.

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BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE

A degree in social work is just the beginning of your endless potential to shape our world.

Find your program
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Join a community of passionate people who impact lives, influence policy, fight injustice, and develop evidence-based solutions to our biggest social challenges.

Why Social Work?

Here are our stories–what will yours be?

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Sharlei Deltang: Bridging Support at Chez Veterans Center

Sharlei Deltang, BSW Intern

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Promoting Social Change Through Public Engagement

Kevin Tan , Associate Professor

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In the Classroom: School Social Work with Ailayna Gaffney

Ailayna Gaffney, BSW Intern

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Providing Help for Victims of Violence and Crime

Rachel Garthe, Associate Professor, Director of the Violence Prevention Research Lab

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More stories

Why Choose Illinois?

Simply put, we transform lives. Of students. Of children. Of communities. It starts in the classroom. It continues in the field. And it reaches the most marginalized of society. If you are committed to transforming lives, including your own, join us at Illinois.

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Your program is tailored

to what matters to you, with multiple concentrations and certificates, flexible degree options, research opportunities and experience in the field.

Academics
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You'll be supported

in small classes all housed in a single building, and one-on-one relationships with award-winning faculty.

Our Community
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You'll feel prepared

for your next career move, with block placement for field internships, over 90% job placement rate, and continuing education after you graduate.

Career Paths
What will your impact be?

Take the next step in your journey to making a difference.

Undergraduate Minor
BSW & iBSW Online
MSW & iMSW Online
Post-MSW PEL Program
PhD
Continuing Education

The Latest from the School of Social Work

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  • Research,
  • Community Impact,
  • Professional Development

Beyond Borders: Global Mental Health Research and Services Conference

December 06, 2024

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  • Faculty & Staff,
  • Research,
  • Community Impact

Digital tools show promise at providing mental health interventions to refugee youths 

December 04, 2024

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign News Bureau

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  • Students,
  • Research,
  • Community Impact

New Report Highlights Domestic Violence Survivors' Experiences in Illinois

November 06, 2024

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Social Anxiety and Social Media: Teen and Young Adult Stress in a Fast-Paced World

October 28, 2024

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This is more than a career – it's a calling.

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