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Registration, Hotel, and Travel Information
Get ready to join us in Atlanta for CSWE's 72nd Annual Conference (#CSWE26), taking place October 22-25, 2026 at Atlanta's Marriott Marquis. This premier gathering brings together social work educators, practitioners, and leaders from across the country. Registration and housing are now open, and we encourage you to plan early to take advantage of the best rates and availability.
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to prepare for your conference experience, including links to register, important registration deadlines, categories, and rates, as well as hotel information to help you secure your stay. You can also explore travel resources, including for international attendees, to make navigating Atlanta seamless. Wondering about payment, cancellation, and substitution policies? See below.
We look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring and engaging conference experience!
Register Today!
#CSWE26 is the place where social work education influencers will gather in Atlanta on October 22-25, 2026, to collaborate, learn, teach, and grow. Take advantage of early bird pricing and save $250 on the cost of registration. Are you a CSWE member? Be sure to make sure you have activated your membership by connecting to your social work education program before registering for the Annual Conference. You will need to be logged into our membership portal to register as a member.
If you are unsure if you are already registered or would like to make a change to your registration, you can view or modify an existing registration.
For customer service including registration questions, how to update your registration profile, and obtaining a confirmation, please contact 985-240-5511 or questions@American-trade show.com. Customer service hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00 PM (CT).
Registration Deadlines
Early Bird registration is available through Friday, September 4, 2026. Full payment must accompany the registration form for a person to be considered as a registrant.
Effective Saturday, September 5, 2026, persons registering will be charged regular rates.
Registration Categories and Rates
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CSWE Accredited Program Registration Categories |
Early Bird Registration |
Regular Registration |
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Members: Faculty, Administrators, and Individuals |
Full Conf: $700 or |
Full Conf: $950 or |
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Retired Member: Emeritus |
Full Conf: $350 |
Full Conf: $400 |
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Member: Undergraduate/Graduate Studenta |
Full Conf: $175 or |
Full Conf: $225 or |
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Member: Doctoral Studenta |
Full Conf: $175 or |
Full Conf: $225 or |
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Nonmember Registration Categories |
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Student Nonmember: Undergraduate/Graduatea |
$200 |
$250 |
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Student Nonmember: Doctorala |
$200 |
$250 |
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Nonmember |
Full Conf: $950 or |
Full Conf: $1,200 or |
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Practitioner or Academician in Non–Social Work Field |
Full Conf: $400 or |
Full Conf: $450 or |
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Social Work Practitioner |
Full Conf: $400 |
Full Conf: $450 |
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Higher Education Librarian |
Full Conf: $400 or |
Full Conf: $450 or |
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Additional Registration Categories |
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Individual from Economically Less-Developed Countryb |
$150 |
$150 |
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Child (16 and Younger): Must accompany attendee with paid registration. Not eligible for drawings. Children must be supervised at all times. |
$25 |
$25 |
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Guest (17 and Older): Must accompany attendee with full registration. Not eligible for drawings. |
$50 |
$75 |
aStudent rates require documentation. Post-docs are eligible for the doctoral student registration rate. See Registration Categories.
bSee Country List for this rate.
Pre-Conference Institutes: Registration Rates
This year, CSWE will offer six pre-conference Institutes. Attendance at each event requires a separate registration and fee as outlined below. Attedees can opt in to these events as part of the main conference registration. Detailed information about the 2026 Annual Conference Summits and Institutes can be found here.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 |
CSWE Diversity Center Pre-Conference Institute |
$295 |
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Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
AI & Technology in Social Work Education Institute |
$295 |
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Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
Leadership Development Institute |
$295 |
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Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
Field Education Institute |
$295 |
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Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
Assessment Institute |
$295 |
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Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
Student Summit |
$25 |
On-site registration will be available to those who do not preregister. Those who wish to register but cannot send in their fees before the start of the conference should register on site. Those registering on site will be required to pay the regular registration fee and will be eligible for enrollment in the Summits and Institutes only if space remains. Students registering on site must show documentation of their student status. See Registration Categories.
External meetings/function requests are for ancillary events held in conjunction with the 2026 Annual Conference. These are activities hosted by exhibiting groups and related organizations such as advisory boards, business, and focus groups, and social functions. Any organization (commercial or nonprofit) that wishes to hold functions of any size or nature at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, October 22-25, 2026 must complete this online form. Learn more about registering an external event.
Housing Information
CSWE negotiates reduced rate rooms at nearby Atlanta hotels and uses a reservation booking site powered by CMR Housing. We encourage you to book early to ensure you get your first choice hotel and access. Staying in the official hotel block offers convenience, amenities, and close proximity to the conference. Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For housing information and changes, please contact the CSWE 2026 Annual Conference Housing Contractor, Convention Management Resources:
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (ET) / 6:00 AM–6:00 PM (PT)
800.716.7732 (toll-free within the United States and Canada)
+1.415.979.2284 (outside the United States and Canada)
CSWE Housing Support Center
Note: To avoid scams, housing should only be accessed through links provided on cswe.org or through CSWE’s official housing provider: Convention Management Resources (CMR). Should you be contacted by any other agency other than CMR, send us a message through the CSWE Housing Support Center.
Plan Your Visit
As you prepare for the 2026 CSWE Annual Conference in Atlanta, explore helpful resources to plan your visit and make the most of your time in the city. This guide includes travel resources, tips for getting around, local dining recommendations, special offers, and curated ideas for things to see and do while you are in Atlanta. Whether this is your first visit or a return trip, use these resources to experience all that Atlanta has to offer during your stay.
Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is not only the busiest airport in the world, but there are more than 150 cities with daily direct, non-stop flights to Atlanta. If you’re coming to the capitol of the South, chances are, there is the perfect flight to fit your schedule.
Visa Application Process for International Travelers
If you would like to request an invitation letter from CSWE for a visa application, you must first register and pay in full for the meeting. To obtain a visa invitation letter, provide your registration confirmation number and email us the request. International travelers are encouraged to apply for their visas as early as possible.
Please note: The Council on Social Work Education cannot intervene with either U.S. embassies abroad or with the U.S. Department of State.
The International Visitors Office (IVO) of The National Academies recommends applying at least three to four months before the meeting, as consulates may have backlogs in scheduling visa interviews. Applicants should first consult the U.S. Department of State’s visa appointment and processing wait times website.
Further information on business visas can be found at the U.S. Department of State Business Visa Center website and the IVO website.
Payment, Cancellation, and Substitution Policies
Cash, checks, money orders, MasterCard, Visa, or American Express will be accepted for conference and membership fees. Please make all checks or money orders payable to the Council on Social Work Education. Cash, checks, and money orders are payable in U.S. currency only and must be drawn on a U.S. bank. A $30 processing fee will be charged on all returned checks. This additional charge applies to checks written at any time for the Annual Conference or publications.Cancellation and Refund Policy
Submit registration cancellations via email by Friday, October 2, 2026. No requests for refunds will be honored if they are e-mailed after this date. Registrants who do not cancel by Friday, October 2, 2026, and fail to attend the conference will be charged the full registration fee. Note: Institutes and Summit session fees are nonrefundable.
Refunds will be less a $75 administrative fee and must specify the payee. Refunds will be based on the original form of payment and processed within 30 days after the completion of the meeting. Refunds will not be processed after Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Please cancel housing reservations directly with your hotel.
CSWE is not liable for cancellation fees charged by hotels, airlines, or other means of transportation. By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.
Substitution of registrations is permitted prior to the Annual Conference and on site. Submit substitutions via email by Friday, October 2, 2026. After this date, please make any substitutions at the Annual Conference Registration Desk on site.
Only one substitution is permitted per original registrant. The individual submitting the substitution request is responsible for all financial obligations (any balance due) associated with that substitution as well as updating any contact information.