Admissions

Imagine a place where people live their values and actively work to solve social problems they are passionate about. Welcome to the UB School of Social Work.

What is it like being a graduate student in the School of Social Work?

Our students are part of a close-knit collaborative community. They tackle challenging ideas in the classroom with the help of our experienced and diverse faculty, and get involved in the community through field placements, volunteer opportunities and research. All students benefit from our curriculum's unique trauma-informed and human rights perspectives, and with a variety of options for advanced year courses, students are able to focus on the topics and populations they care about most. 

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Deadlines and FAQs

Starting semesters, deadlines and frequently asked questions.

Requirements to Apply

Read about application prerequisites and materials needed.

Information Sessions

Want to learn more? Attend an on-campus or virtual session. 

UB SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK AT A GLANCE

Founded: 1934

Dean: Keith A. Alford, PhD, ACSW

Enrollment: 700 graduate students

Average class size: 25 students

Flagship institution of the State University of New York (SUNY) system

Ranked in the top 10% of programs nationwide