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Top-ranked Pitt School of Social Work world-class faculty, community-engaged research and curriculum, centered on social justice.

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Become a transformative change maker

Transform the world at the top-ranked Pitt School of Social Work! Here, you will learn the skills, knowledge and values to become an outstanding social work practitioner, educator or researcher.

Academics

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

We prepare our graduates to engage in entry-level generalist social work with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Master of Social Work

The MSW program offers social work education for the 21st century, and is ranked #12 by US News and World Report in their 2024 rankings of graduate schools of social work. The program offers an in-person option and a part-time online option.

Master of Social Work

PhD in Social Work

We prepare students for leadership roles in social work research, social work education, planning, and administration.

PhD in Social Work

The Pitt Social Work Experience

Research @ Pitt Social Work

The faculty in Pitt’s School of Social work are conducting critical, rigorous, and boundary-pushing research that is grounded in community and lived experience and seeks to challenge oppressive systems, advance just policies and practice and contribute to collective well-being.

Signature Student Practicum

Our over 600 practicum sites create a strong foundation for valuable social work skills through opportunities like specialized and paid fellowships and unique placements in community organizations, healthcare settings, nonprofits, and more!

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The Pitt Social Work Experience

Child Welfare

The Child Welfare Education and Research Programs provide a continuum of professional development programs designed to prepare, strengthen and enhance the child welfare workforce.

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News

Bradford alumna receives Cousins Excellence in Social Work Award

The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Master of Social Work Alumni Network celebrated its 10th annual Pamela J.

TURNING NEIGHBORHOOD SENIOR CENTERS INTO A “FRONT DOOR” FOR DEMENTIA SUPPORT Initiative will develop and test senior center model with at least 125 caregivers

Four senior centers in Allegheny County are collaborating on a new dementia-support model designed to better serve people experiencing cognitive changes and their caregivers.

New faculty member Dr. Shannon Power named OSCAR Scholar

New Assistant Professor Shannon Power has been named an OSCAR Scholar in the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC). The OS

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