Department of Social Work
We proudly offer graduate and undergraduate social work degrees accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Excellent Job Outlook
Because our students succeed in a rigorous academic setting, they are highly recruited by employers in North Dakota, South Dakota, and the western regions of Minnesota. Additionally, the Online MSW Program serves students nationwide.
The projected percent change in employment from 2023 to 2033. The average growth rate for all occupations is 4 percent.
Programs & Degrees
Children & Family Services Training Center (CFSTC)
Established in the Department of Social Work in 1984, CFSTC serves as the primary training agency for child welfare services in North Dakota. CFSTC is funded by the North Dakota Department of Human Services Division of Children and Family Services.
Program Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes
Academic Year 2023-2024
Academic Year 2022-2023
Social Work Mission Statement
Through its teaching, scholarship and service, the University of North Dakota Social Work Department advances social, economic and environmental justice, and enhances human well-being and quality of life within the state, region, and beyond.