Overview
The GCSW is committed to preparing the next generation of social work researchers, scholars, educators, and leaders who will gain faculty appointments in social work programs or research positions in research centers or institutes.
Features
- Students in our Social Work program at University of Houston have the opportunity to identify, develop, and pursue an area of research that prepares them to contribute to professional scholarship, build interdisciplinary partnerships, and advance the knowledge base of the profession.
- Our curriculum is evidence-based with a strong focus on and commitment to social justice.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The GCSW provides the kind of personal attention that enables students to succeed in their doctoral education.
- We offer small classes, individualized study with faculty members, training workshops, and research internships.
- Our students publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at national and international conferences, and assist with grant preparation.
- Unique to the GCSW is a doctoral journal that is managed by our doctoral students.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
Social Work View 70 other PhDs in Social Work in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Hold a master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program OR hold a master’s degree in a related social science discipline from an accredited program. Official transcripts, showing degrees awarded and date(s) conferred, from all colleges and universities previously attended are required. The Doctoral Admissions Committee will evaluate whether MSW foundation prerequisite courses will be required.
- The GRE is NOT REQUIRED for admission into the PhD program.
- Submit a minimum of three, but not more than four, letters of recommendation from persons who are familiar with your potential for doctoral education. At least two letters must be from academics (i.e., former tenure-track professors, graduate advisor, etc).
- Submit a current resume or Curriculum Vitae
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Houston
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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