Rhode Island College School of Social Work

The School of Social Work is proud of its 35 year history educating MSW and BSW social workers throughout Rhode Island and Southeastern New England. The MSW and BSW programs currently serve 300 students. The school has a stable and established faculty committed to social justice and working with oppressed populations.

Founded in 1854, Rhode Island College is the comprehensive public institution of higher education in the State of Rhode Island. It is the oldest of the three public institutions of higher education that operate under the aegis of the Board of Governors of Higher Education.

The School of Social Work at Rhode Island College is a center of excellence for lifelong learning in social work and human services in Rhode Island and Southeastern New England. Providing the highest quality education and advocacy, the School is committed to achieving social and economic justice in accordance with the NASW Code of Ethics.