Grace Abbott School of Social Work

Engaged, Diverse, Ready for Service

The Grace Abbott School of Social Work educates professional social workers to engage in the community and promote social change.

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  • HumanServicesEDU.org recognizes the Grace Abbott School of Social Work MSW program for its exceptional value and quality, naming it one of the best and most affordable CSWE-accredited programs in the nation. Learn more

  • NASW-NE honors Susan Feyen-Reay with 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award. Susan was recognized for demonstrating repeated outstanding achievements, as well as recognition beyond the social work profession, contributions of lasting impact, and outstanding creativity. Learn more

  • Are you planning to start your practicum process in Summer or Fall 2019? Learn more

  • Kerry Beldin, Ph.D., is awarded the Chancellor's Medal in recognition of extraordinary service to the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Dr. Beldin is recognized for consistently exceeding expectations and for making the university a richer environment for students, faculty, and staff. Learn more

  • This conference will focus on the unique needs of diverse populations as they age, and is a must for all professionals in the health care industry, insurance industry, or provide services to aging adults. All are welcome. Registration required. Learn more

  • Meet GASSW alumna Colleen Brazil, Forensic Interview Program Manager at Project Harmony in Omaha Nebraska. Colleen conducts forensic interviews, manages the intake process, and supervises forensic interviewers, intake coordinators, and front desk staff. Colleen is also the on-site manager for Project Harmony's Triage Center. Learn more

Social Work

The Grace Abbott School of Social Work is named for native Nebraskan and social reformer, Grace Abbott. Abbott's social activism and writings contributed to programs that safeguarded mothers and families, protected immigrants from abuse, and rescued child laborers. Today, that tradition is embodied in students, faculty and proud alumni.

There’s a reason to choose social work. Answering a call to service changes more than one life—it has a ripple effect, first touching one person and eventually an entire community. The Grace Abbott School of Social Work educates professional social workers who engage with diverse communities and promote social change. 

The ripple effect we speak of often starts with a macro focus. Our students regularly engage with state lawmakers and government officials concerning issues of policy and advocacy that ultimately affect positive change for individuals, families and community groups. The Grace Abbott School of Social Work welcomes traditional and non-traditional students to study in multiple areas of social work practice. The common thread among our diverse student population is a heart for service. 

Undergraduate Degree Options

Social Work Bachelor of Science (BSSW)

Graduate Degree Options

  • Social Work (MSW)
  • Social Work and Public Health (MSW/MPH)
  • Social Work and Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSW/MSCRCJ)
  • Public Administration and Social Work (PA/MSW)

Serving the Omaha Community and Beyond

We serve a diverse group of individuals and communities. Our students gain structured community experience in social service agencies, hospitals, public schools and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Our practicum experience helps students develop specialized knowledge and skills to practice professional social work following graduation.  Our MSW and BSSW off-campus programs serve rural communities outside of the Omaha metropolitan area.