University of Wyoming Division of Social Work
Learn more about us!
Located in the heart of the Rockies, the Division of Social Work at the University of Wyoming is a vibrant community committed to fostering excellence in social work education, research, and practice. We're dedicated to empowering students to become compassionate, effective social workers who are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Here, you'll find a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity, promotes social justice, and encourages innovation. Our programs are Fully Accredited and designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding essential for impactful careers in social work. Through our blend of rigorous academics and hands-on field experience, we prepare our students to make a real difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Whether you're just starting your journey in social work or seeking advanced education, we offer several programs tailored to meet your needs. Join us at the University of Wyoming's Division of Social Work, where we nurture the next generation of social work leaders and advocates, committed to enhancing human well-being and fostering a more just society.
Mission, Vision and Accreditation
Our Mission
Guided by the ethics, values, scholarly inquiry, and practice principles of the social work profession, the mission of the University of Wyoming's Division of Social Work is to educate and prepare students to become effective, ethical, and competent generalist social workers by providing quality learning opportunities for leadership in promotion of social, economic and environmental justice for diverse populations in the state of Wyoming, nationally, and internationally.
Our Vision
The Division of Social Work envisions a global community in which our graduates serve as ethical social work leaders who promote social, economic and environmental justice, human rights, and health and well-being for individuals, families, and communities.
Accreditation
Our bachelor’s and master’s programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) Commission on Accreditation. One of the requirements includes the obligation that programs make assessment findings available to the public. To see our annual assessment data click here.
Getting To Know Your UW Division of Social Work
Apply to the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program
A bachelor of social work prepares you for a career of service at the state, federal, or private level. UW offers a dynamic setting led by student-centered faculty with strong connections to the community.
Thinking of getting your MSW?
Explore the many options we offer to help you earn a Master of Science (MSW) Social Work!
Explore News and Events
Check out all of the news and upcoming events happening in the UW Division of Social Work.
Giving, Scholarships & Student Funds
We invite you to help support the mission of the Division of Social Work (DOSW) in educating and preparing students to become effective, ethical, and competent social workers by providing quality and diverse learning opportunities for the betterment of the human condition within the state of Wyoming, nationally, and internationally.
Visit our annual Division Newsletter Social Works!
CFind out all the great things our Division's faculty, staff and students have been up to over the past year!
