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Why UNC SSW?

  • Quality
    UNC SSW is ranked No. 4 nationally and No. 2 among public institutions. 
  • Opportunity
    MSW students have more than 450 practicum options.
  • Affordability
    Tuition is significantly lower than many other top graduate schools.

The story of social work in North Carolina

N.C. social work education began in 1920 with UNC's School of Public Welfare, a collaboration between UNC, the N.C. Dept. of Charities and Public Welfare, and the American Red Cross to educate “country social workers.”

contact-2021-2022-issue-1.pdf (6.4 MB)

MSW Curriculum Manual (2025-26)

The School of Social Work Curriculum Manual contains the policies and procedures of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work, as established by the faculty. Students should become familiar with the material pertaining to their program, and, together with a faculty advisor, make certain that their chosen program of study complies with all policies. 

2025_2026_sswcurriculummanual_copy2.pdf (3.91 MB)