Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Change the world through education and action.
Are you looking for a social work doctoral program that can help you make a real difference in your community and the world?
The University of Louisville's online Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program is designed for working social worker professionals who are ready to become future practitioner scholars in teaching and leadership in order to take on more advanced professional roles such as leadership positions within social service organizations and educators in schools of social work.
If you're an experienced social worker ready to make a difference, this program will provide you with the skills you need to implement innovative and just practices that will promote educational, organizational, and community change.
We are seeking prospective students interested in earning the DSW degree. If you want to learn more about this opportunity to earn your DSW 100% online, we encourage you to submit the request for information form. We will answer your questions, keep you informed of any steps you can take to prepare to begin the program with us, and notify you when the application process is open.
Get started today!
Are you looking for a social work doctoral program that can help you make a real difference in your community and the world?
The University of Louisville's online Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program is designed for working social worker professionals who are ready to become future practitioner scholars in teaching and leadership in order to take on more advanced professional roles such as leadership positions within social service organizations and educators in schools of social work.
If you're an experienced social worker ready to make a difference, this program will provide you with the skills you need to implement innovative and just practices that will promote educational, organizational, and community change.
We are seeking prospective students interested in earning the DSW degree. If you want to learn more about this opportunity to earn your DSW 100% online, we encourage you to submit the request for information form. We will answer your questions, keep you informed of any steps you can take to prepare to begin the program with us, and notify you when the application process is open.
Get started today!
Program Highlights
- Learn how to critically examine models and methods of leadership and teaching as well as use research findings to enhance practice in order to create a more just and better world.
- Balance your education with career aspirations and life priorities through a fully online format and flexible coursework.
- Increase your earning potential—Ph.D. and DSW professionals earn $20-$25,000 more than MSWs and $38,000+ more than BSW professionals.
- Experience the advantage of earning your degree from an R1 research institution.
- Gain hands-on experience by completing a teaching practicum as well as a leadership practicum.
- Complete your DSW in as little as 3 years (or 8 semesters).
- First cohort starting August, 2021.
