You’ve spent years learning from those you serve and gaining valuable social work experience. Now, extend your expertise into program management, applied research, nonprofit leadership, or university-based teaching. The Doctorate of Social Work degree (DSW) from Tulane School of Social Work provides knowledge and leadership skills to design, evaluate, and implement effective programs and policies.
Tulane’s DSW program is for working professionals and maintains Tulane’s prestige and commitment to excellence. Our program provides:
- One weekend a month classes on campus
- Curriculum that enhances critical thinking, formalizes knowledge, increases capacity, and deepens understanding of research methods
- Advanced research in a practice area of your choice, culminating in a project to expand, integrate, and evaluate existing professional knowledge
- Experiential approach that incorporates apprenticeship, mentoring, active learning, and immersion in a community of scholars
- Opportunity to learn and generate knowledge alongside top-tier faculty
- Development of a strong peer network, even over long distances
- Personalized support and resources to ensure student success
The Doctorate of Social Work curriculum emphasizes noting and building upon individual and community strengths. We teach a culturally relevant social work practice (CRSWP) that prioritizes the field’s responsiveness to cultural contexts and enables us to engage in and train on competent, ethical, community-led assessments and interventions.
You can maintain their current professional and personal responsibilities while continuing to grow in an individually-focused environment, accelerated curriculum, and experiential learning model. You can satisfy all degree requirements in three years without career disruption, and you may choose between on-campus or online options.
Contact Us
We are happy to help! Reach out by emailing dsw@tulane.edu or call (800) 631-8234.
