Explore Illinois
At Illinois, our social work students are promised transformative experiences, and we make good on that promise. With a wide range of opportunities for students at every level, intimate class sizes, and a unique and personalized field experience, we are proud to produce innovators, entrepreneurs, and highly-trained social work professionals who make an impact.
The School of Social Work Experience
The School of Social Work is interwoven into the fabric of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
Why Social Work?
Our society faces serious, interrelated, and large-scale challenges–violence, substance abuse, environmental degradation, injustice, isolation, and inequality.
Campus-Wide Events
Check out the lineup of upcoming events taking place across the Illinois campus! From engaging workshops and thought-provoking lectures to vibrant cultural celebrations and fun social gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Beyond the Classroom
You will have access to numerous opportunities to get real life, hands-on experience that will benefit you in the classroom, in the field and in your career.
Career Paths
Overall employment of social workers is projected to grow 13 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth will vary by specialization.
Exploring Social Work: An Illinois Experience for High School Students
This engaging one-day in-person exploration program introduces students to the field of social work and its impact on communities.