Tulane School of Social Work's clinical-in-community social work practice curriculum effectively prepares its students to assist individuals, families, and communities in accordance with the standards set forth by various regulatory bodies. Clinical-in-community social work practice is an interactive process that highlights the dual context of understanding and working with people and groups within their communities. It recognizes the interrelatedness, strengths, and needs of individuals, families, and organizations within their communities as the focus of growth and change. Areas that give meaning to people and which are of primary importance for work include the physical, spiritual, and psychological dimensions, as well as social and economic justice within their lived environment.
Our pass rates on Association of Social Work Boards licensure examinations are consistently above the national average as demonstrated below.
Masters First-Time Examinees
This table presents the numbers of examinations administered to candidates who indicated that they attended Tulane University School of Social Work. Figures indicate the percentage of first-time examinees who passed the Masters examination during the year(s) 2014-2025.
| Year | Tulane Pass Rate | Louisiana Pass Rate | North America Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 81% | 69% | 74% |
| 2024 | 84% | 61% | 73% |
| 2023 | 84% | 61% | 73% |
| 2022 | 89% | 64% | 72% |
| 2021 | 83% | 50% | 73% |
| 2020 | 85% | -- | 75% |
| 2019 | 88% | -- | 75% |
| 2018 | 92% | -- | 76% |
| 2017 | 92% | -- | 81% |
| 2016 | 84% | -- | 81% |
| 2015 | 84% | -- | 81% |
| 2014 | 86% | -- | 82% |
Clinical First-Time Examinees
This table presents the numbers of examinations administered to candidates who indicated that they attended Tulane University School of Social Work. Figures indicate the percentage of first-time examinees who passed the Clinical examination during the year(s) 2014-2025.
| Year | Tulane Pass Rate | Louisiana Pass Rate | North America Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 88% | 75% | 76% |
| 2024 | 86% | 70% | 75% |
| 2023 | 85% | 56% | 73% |
| 2022 | 90% | 61% | 74% |
| 2021 | 86% | 46% | 76% |
| 2020 | 91% | -- | 75% |
| 2019 | 91% | -- | 78% |
| 2018 | 82% | -- | 73% |
| 2017 | 79% | -- | 78% |
| 2016 | 87% | -- | 78% |
| 2015 | 88% | -- | 76% |
| 2014 | 91% | -- | 78% |
