Social Work MSW
Advance your social work career.
Take your practice to the next level and become a leader in your field.
As a national leader in the field of social work education, RIC’s School of Social Work offers advanced studies for social workers and bachelor’s degree holders in related fields who want to develop the research skills and field experiences necessary to become leaders within social service organizations and individual practices.
Designed for You
- Our program is for individuals who already hold a Bachelor of Social Work degree who wish to take the next step in their careers.
- Our program is for working professionals in related fields who wish to transition into clinical social work.
With an MSW degree from RIC, you are highly marketable. We are connected with over 500 agencies across Rhode Island and Southern New England.
Our Social Work MSW Faculty
Samuel R. Terrazas
- Dean of School of Social Work
Dr. Stefan Battle
- Professor
Dr. Aswood Bousseau
- Associate Professor
Dr. Joise M. Garzon
- Assistant Professor
Ms. Christiane Petrin Lambert
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Gokul Mandayam
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Jennifer A. Meade
- Professor
Ms. Estrellita Y. Moronta
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Mimi Mumm
- Professor
Dr. Jayashree Nimmagadda
- Professor
Dr. Lawrencia B. Okai
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Megan Christine Smith
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Vilna I. Tejeda
- Assistant Professor
Supported and Encouraged Throughout her Multiple Degrees
“Although this last year has been hard, the support of classmates and professors has empowered me to see that I can accomplish anything,” says Lady Franco.
Take the Next Step!
School of Social Work
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.
- phone401-456-8042
- placeGuardo Hall - Building 9 East Campus
Juliana Alcantara
Director of MSW Admissions
COE Recruitment & Mentorship Coordinator
- emailjalcantara@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8616