Social work is defined as work carried out by trained professionals with the aim of helping people who have social disadvantages or personal problems. It is a profession that promotes social change, community empowerment, human rights, and collective justice. Beyond counseling, social workers are employed in positions within nonprofits, hospitals, governments, schools, corporations, and more.
The Minor program is relevant to students across all majors, particularly within the Schools of Liberal Arts, Business, Public Health, and Science and Engineering. It can provide an edge in the search for jobs and advanced degrees, particularly pertaining to ethics- and human-focused sectors such as medicine and management.
Tulane’s Undergraduate Minor in Social Work provides:
- An interdisciplinary, evidence-based curriculum
- An understanding of human services, social justice, and trauma within communities
- Access to Tulane School of Social Work faculty and fellows respected as global experts in their fields
- A focus on a holistic introduction to the multifaceted field of social work
- A supportive and cooperative academic environment
Social work is applicable to almost every career. If you want to chat about how the minor might fit into your academic, personal, and professional goals, reach out to Program Director Dr. Fred Buttell.
Tulane students who graduate with both a Social Work Minor and a 3.0 overall GPA will receive priority consideration for admission to and merit scholarships for Tulane's Master of Social Work program.
