School of Social Work
“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.” — Empowering individuals, families, and communities through education, research, and practice in social work.
About the School of Social Work
The School of Social Work provides educational opportunities for a diverse group of students to earn degrees at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Students learn the knowledge, skills, values, and ethics of the profession of social work in a supportive academic environment. The School produces graduates who apply their knowledge and skills to improve the Urban quality of life in Mississippi, the nation, and the world. Through their work, graduates empower vulnerable individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Graduates are expected to demonstrate serious concern for economic, political, and social justice through practice, continuing education, and research.
- School
- School of Social Work
- College
- College of Health Sciences
- BSW Location
- Main Campus
College of Business Building, 4th Floor - Graduate Location
- Universities Center
3825 Ridgewood Road, Suite 3 - Associate Dean’s Office
- (601) 979-8896
- B.S.W. Program
- (601) 979-2631
- M.S.W. & Ph.D.
- (601) 979-8869
The B.S.W. and M.S.W. Programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation (CSWE).
The Ph.D. in Social Work Program is affiliated with the Group for the Advancement of Doctoral Education (GADE).
Degrees offered
Bring change in the community
The School of Social Work Program seeks to prepare students to become leaders in enhancing the quality of life and seeking solutions to social problems. It is particularly concerned with the consequences of injustice, and thus focuses on the empowerment of at-risk populations and the advancement of social, economic, and political justice in all communities. The program is especially committed to increasing students’ understanding and appreciation of diverse life experiences.
Learn by doing
The School of Social Work is especially committed to increasing students’ understanding and appreciation of diverse life experiences. While guiding both traditional and nontraditional students from varied backgrounds toward professional careers in social work, the program seeks to provide special support and sensitivity to students with the potential for success in this field.
“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”
Gain real-world experience expanding outside of the classroom. Learn how to succeed by facing real challenges within the community.
Career opportunities
School of Social Work graduates have a plethora of career options after completing their studies. Here are some of the positions graduates pursue:
Research at the School of Social Work
The School of Social Work houses the Mississippi Child Welfare Institute.
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Mississippi Child Welfare InstituteStudent resources & forms
Faculty, staff & careers
Ready to join the School of Social Work?
For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2631. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.
Contact the School of Social Work
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217
3825 Ridgewood Road, Suite 3
