Social Work, PhD

Are you ready to shape the world as a social work scholar In this doctoral program, you'll enjoy small class sizes while you select core courses from across the university for an individualized, interdisciplinary curriculum. The purpose of the Doctor of Philosophy program in social work is to train future social work scholars --- social work professionals engaged in research, teaching and service. Supplementary to the coursework, this doctoral program offers students opportunities to be actively involved in both research and teaching. Students benefit from the close mentorship of the committed faculty and regular partnerships with many internal research centers and offices. Students also have valuable opportunities to develop a teaching portfolio, positioning them to succeed in academic careers.

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in social work or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.