Overview

Unique to this program is the strategic emphasis on topic areas that align with the strengths of the College, the University of South Florida, and forecasted direction of the profession. These are: (1) Societal Change and Innovation, (2) Global Issues, (3) Health, (4) Behavioral Health, and (5) Leadership and Business.

Careers

The Social Work Ph.D. program provides a course of study to prepare graduates for academic and research careers, to provide leadership in research and education committed to excellence in social work practice and to provide leadership in the development of program and services for diverse, vulnerable and underserved populations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical Perspectives in Social Work Research
Scientific Communication and Dissemination Practices
Advanced Clinical Practice with Complex Problems
Critical Issues in Social Work
The Social Work Educator in the University

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tampa, United States

Disciplines

Social Work View 76 other PhDs in Social Work in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A master’s degree GPA of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale
Two letters of recommendation addressing applicant’s academic and professional capabilities.
Applicant’s statement that describes reasons for seeking admission to the Ph.D. in Social Work program, career goals, and research interests.
Professional writing sample providing evidence of scholarly abilities, such as journal article, book chapter, technical report, thesis, grant application or other comparable work.
The admissions committee may request a personal or telephone interview with an applicant to clarify materials submitted.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19980 USD / year

≈ 19980 USD / year
Out-of-State

19980 USD / year

≈ 19980 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8702 USD / year

≈ 8702 USD / year

Living costs

Tampa

United States

1122 - 1951 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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