Admissions & Aid
Start Your Social Work Journey
Through our courses, and in field education, students learn state-of-the-art approaches to social work practice with an emphasis on trauma informed social work, diversity and inclusion, and an abiding commitment to social justice and advocacy.
Three Unique Degree Pathways
Earn your social work master's degree part- or full-time with hybrid course options across all pathways.
Our Trauma-Informed Approach
Our trauma-informed curriculum prepares students to be aware of, and responsive to, the impacts of trauma on individuals, families, organizations, communities, and the broader society.
The GSSWSR received a transformative gift in 2017 that enabled us to expand our trauma-informed curriculum development for the M.S.S. program.
Financing Your Education
All applicants are considered for Social Work scholarships in the admissions process.
Join a Community of Committed Advocates
Being a student at the GSSWSR is more than just an academic experience. We are a community that will also support your professional and personal growth.
Are you a career changer?
Nearly a quarter of our M.S.S. students have chosen a social work path after starting another career.
Ivy Elwell, M.S.S. '23“Whereas other programs I was considering made me feel like I had to fit into their mold, Bryn Mawr welcomed my background, and what I could bring to their program and the field.”
Questions about the GSSWSR?
Connect with the Office of Graduate Admissions to learn more about our programs, admissions, and financial aid.