Requirements
Students applying for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (Ph.D.) Program must have:  

• a  Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree with a GPA of at least 3.3 (on a four-point scale)
• three years of successful post-M.S.W. professional experience.
• Graduate Record Examination (G.R.E.)

In addition, applicants should be able to: 

• communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• analyze critical professional issues and form the appropriate responses
• identify and conceptualize a research problem and complete a research-based dissertation

International applicants must earn a score of 585 or higher on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Applications are reviewed on an individual basis and exceptions to the stated requirements will be considered based on the applicant's academic and professional record. Candidates who do not meet the standard admission requirements may be required to complete additional course work beyond the minimum number of 51 doctoral-level credits. 

How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following to the Office of Graduate Admissions by April 1 for the fall semester: 

• completed application
• non-refundable $50 application fee
• career statement, presenting the applicant's reasons for pursuing the Ph.D. degree
• official transcript(s) for all college and university work
• three letters of reference on official letterheads of the professionals who provide the references (personal references are unacceptable). One academic reference preferred, if possible.
• examples of professional writing (published or unpublished)