Online Experience

Flexibility, increased access, and quality education are five words that describe our online programs well. The College of Social Work at the University of Tennessee recognizes the demands that work, family, and geographical location can place on those seeking a degree.

Be a Vol, from anywhere!

Are you looking for a flexible online degree program in social work? The UTCSW offers fully online degree programs for our BSSW, MSSW, and DSW degrees. Though the format for course delivery is flexible, students can expect to receive the same quality and rigorous education as face-to-face students. Class sizes are small, all students have a dedicated advisor, and online students have many opportunities to engage with campus activities and organizations. With over 16 years of online education experience, the College of Social Work provides affordability, quality, and an individualized approach to all our students.

#13

Best Graduate Programs
Among Public Universities*

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99%

Combined Retention Rate for our BSSW & MSSW Programs

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$258,785

In Scholarships Awarded

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Although you may be physically off campus, you will never feel disconnected. There are many online activities you can participate in with your cohort, or on your own. A chance to meet new friends or learn a new skillset. The online community at the University of Tennessee is vibrant and dynamic.

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One Campus Feel, At Home

Becoming an online student at the University of Tennessee means earning your degree from wherever you are in the world and in life. Our online degree programs offer the same quality education, community, student support, and faculty as our on-campus experience, all with the convenience of distance learning. Be a part of the Volunteer family from anywhere.

Online Degree Programs

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Be a Vol, from anywhere!

One Campus Feel, At Home

Online Degree Programs

Online Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Online Master of Science in Social Work

Online Doctor of Social Work