SOCIAL Work
Social workers committed to impact and the pursuit of social good.
The current context of the world makes it clear that the need to pursue social change and social good has never been greater—and effective social change requires exceptionally well-trained social workers. The University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) offers both a Master of Social Work with full-time, part-time, and Advanced Standing options and a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work.
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Master of Social Work
Fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the Master of Social Work (MSW) Program empowers you to become the type of committed and compassionate social work leader that today’s complex world needs more than ever. Learn more about our renowned faculty, curriculum, diverse practicum placements, and commitment to social good and meaningful change.
Doctorate in Clinical Social Work
The Doctorate in Clinical Social Work (DSW) Program allows ambitious, MSW-prepared social workers to advance their education in just three years—without putting their careers on hold. Become a clinical expert, inspired educator, and real-world scholar through a convenient blend of online evening classes and on-campus immersion experiences.
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Student Life
05/28
SP2 master’s programs celebrate partnerships & student impact
On Thursday, May 14, Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) hosted its third annual Celebrating Partnerships and Student Impact event.
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Alumni
05/27
SP2 honors five accomplished alumni at 2026 Hall of Fame ceremony
Five distinguished alumni of Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) were celebrated at the 2026 SP2 Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Sunday, May 17.
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Faculty & Research
05/26
SP2 congratulates 2026 award winners
SP2 Award recipients were recognized for their outstanding achievements by Dean Sara S. Bachman at the School’s 2026 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 16, at the Palestra.
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Mai Le, JD, MSW
Administrative Director, MSW Program
215 746 4031
Jeff Johnson-Curry
Administrative Coordinator, DSW Program
215 573 7133