About the School of Social Work

The School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington is one of the most prestigious schools for Social Work in the nation and has the most diverse program offerings in Texas. For over 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to educating and developing leaders and scholars committed to social justice. Over that time, we have introduced four-degree programs, six online graduate certificates, three undergraduate minors, and more.

Our Rankings & Recognitions

1

Most Affordable CSWE-Accredited MSW Program

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3

Most Popular Social Work School

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4

Best School of Social Work in The Southwest Region

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Our Programs

We are proud to offer one of the largest Social Work programs in the nation, offering our students that will help them excel in a variety of settings in one of the fastest growing career fields.

 

Our Culture

We are committed to excellence in every way. From being a top-research institution to creating a supportive environment for our students, we ensure that our commitment to social justice and creating the exceptional social work professional of tomorrow is always at the forefront of everything we do. We offer life-long learning and provide an atmosphere supporting reflection, personal development, and professional growth.

Kirk A. Foster

Kirk A. Foster, PhD, MSW, MDiv
Dean and Professor
School of Social Work

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Our Students

The School of Social Work is proud of our highly engaged and diverse student population. Our students come from all corners of the nation and world to participate in our in-person and online programs. With over 2,000 enrolled students from varying backgrounds our students come together to share their experiences and gain new perspectives on how social justice can improve populations and communities.

Our History

1967

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1967

The School of Social Work is founded and establishes the Master of Science in Social Work program

1979

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1979

The Bachelor of Social Work is founded under the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

1983

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1983

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Social Work program is established

1991

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1991

The BSW program joins the MSSW and Ph.D. programs unifying all UTA Social Work programs

2010

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2010

The School of Social Work becomes a pioneer in online education and begins offering classes online

2021

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2021

The Bachelor of Science in Substance Use & Treatment is launched