Universities with good social work programs?

Hey! I'm interested in pursuing a career in social work and was wondering if any of y'all could recommend universities that are known for their strong social work programs? Thanks in advance!

Hello! That's great that you're interested in pursuing a career in social work. There are many universities with strong social work programs; I'll list a few highly-regarded institutions to help you start your search:

1. University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

2. Washington University in St. Louis

3. Columbia University

4. University of Chicago

5. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

6. University of California—Los Angeles (UCLA)

7. University of Pennsylvania

8. University of Southern California (USC)

9. University of Washington

10. Boston College

These schools offer Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and/or Master of Social Work (MSW) programs that are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Each program is unique, and they all offer different coursework, research opportunities, and fieldwork experiences that can help you develop as a social worker. If the school only offers an MSW, keep in mind that you won't be enrolled in the actual social work program as an undergraduate, but if you take initiative you may still be able to access some of the graduate-level resources.

It's also important to consider factors like location, size, campus culture, available resources, and cost when narrowing down your choices. After all, you want to choose a school where you'll thrive personally as well as academically. Research each institution's social work program to see what they offer, and consider reaching out to current students or faculty to get their perspective on the program and institution as a whole.

Good luck with your college search, and I hope this list helps you find the perfect social work program suited to your needs!