Rural & Indigenous Emphasis

Our program curriculum maintains an emphasis on working with Indigenous and Rural Peoples.

Earn Your Degree Online

Undergraduate and graduate social work degrees available online.

Advanced Standing Program

Earn your MSW in one year on campus or two years online.

Decolonizing Social Work

Decolonizing Social Work with Indigenous Peoples.

Resources for Native Students

Financial Aid, Scholarhships, Internships, Conferences, and Support Programs.

Financial Support Is Available

Scholarships, Stipends and Federal Aid.

The Department of Social Work maintains an emphasis on working with Indigenous and rural communities.  Coursework is designed to decolonize mainstream social work practice by building reciprocal and dynamic relationships and to support people who are rooted in their communities. 

Our rigorous programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and have options to meet your needs in advancing your current career, making a transition, or adding a degree to amplify your voice to better serve the community you call home.

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Social Work Peer Writing Program

Social Work Writing Coaches Spring 2023

Meet our Faculty, Dr. César Abarca, Associate Professor, MSW Director

Dr. Cesar Abarca