# 1

Highest-ranked MSW program in Iowa

according to U.S.News & World Report Best Grad Schools rankings, 2022

# 9

National ranking among online MSW programs

College Consensus 25 Best Online Master's In Social Work Programs in 2021

90.4 %

pass the licensure test on first try

Compared to a North American pass rate of 73% in 2021

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Learning Centers across Iowa

Programs in Iowa City, Des Moines, Sioux City, and Online

Why Iowa?

The University of Iowa offers the highest-ranked Social Work programs in Iowa.

Our Learning Centers

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Iowa City

Iowa's Center for Intellectuals, Artists, Scientists Philosophers and Activists is the the central campus for The University of Iowa, in Iowa City, It has made many top ten lists of great places to, live, work, do business and retire.

Des Moines, Iowa skyline

Des Moines

Des Moines is geographically the heart of Iowa and of our nation--the state capital, offering an urban environment focused on the well being of the entire state in a culture that exemplifies typical Midwest friendliness.

Sioux City, Iowa skyline

Sioux City

Sioux City and the surrounding areas of northwestern Iowa, northeastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota are sometimes referred to as Siouxland. Our part time, 3 year MSW program, based at Briar Cliff University is preparing for its fifth cohort of graduate students.

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Online

Our cohort-model program builds strong connection and engagement by keeping class sizes small, creating learning communities of students living in similar geographic regions and matching these communities with a local mentor.

Why Social Work?

There has never been a greater time, or a greater need, for professionals educated in social work.

News and Announcements

MSW student Becky Mamboleo shares experience as part of Sioux City cohort

Friday, February 17, 2023
Becky Mamboleo is a student of the University of Iowa Sioux City MSW program. She will graduate from the program in May 2023. Currently, she lives in Harrisburg, South Dakota, and has lived there throughout her time within the program.

Entrena releases final report of the UI January 2023 Women Empowerment Dominican Republic Study Abroad Program

Friday, January 27, 2023
A full report from Entrena of the University of Iowa January 2023 Women Empowerment Study Abroad Program in the Dominican Republic.

Upcoming Events

Iowa City MSW Information Session

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Please join us via Zoom for an info session to learn more about earning your MSW degree on our main University of Iowa campus in Iowa City. Click here to join: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/109960976 Contact our Admissions Office directly with any questions or requests:ssw-admissions@uiowa.edu 319-335-1250

Des Moines MSW Information Session

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm
John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center
Please join us for an in-person info session to learn more about earning your MSW degree from the University of Iowa. Sessions take place from 4–5 p.m. (Central Time) at the: John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center 1200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50309 If you have questions or requests, please contact our coordinator: Christy Thies, Des Moines Program Coordinatorchristy-thies@uiowa.edu 515-235-4662

Online MSW Information Session

Thursday, March 23, 2023 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Virtual
Please join us via Zoom for an info session to learn more about earning your MSW degree online from the University of Iowa. We encourage advance registration using the form at:  https://socialwork.uiowa.edu/graduate/msw-social-work/online/information-sessions But you may also drop in without registering. Click here to join: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/929909564 Contact Christy Thies, the Online program coordinator, with any questions or requests:Christy-thies@uiowa.edu 515-235-4662

Iowa City BA Information Session

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Please join us via Zoom for an info session to learn more about earning your BA in Social Work degree on our main University of Iowa campus in Iowa City. Click here to join: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/98795182033 Contact our Admissions Office directly with any questions or requests:ssw-admissions@uiowa.edu 319-335-1250

Des Moines MSW Information Session

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm
John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center
Please join us for an in-person info session to learn more about earning your MSW degree from the University of Iowa. Sessions take place from 4–5 p.m. (Central Time) at the: John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center 1200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50309 If you have questions or requests, please contact our coordinator: Christy Thies, Des Moines Program Coordinatorchristy-thies@uiowa.edu 515-235-4662
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