Austin,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Social Work in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
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Austin United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,108
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Steve Hicks School's Doctoral Program in Social Work aims to cultivate future leaders and researchers committed to promoting social justice and transformative change. Our program develops outstanding scholars who will guide the profession through innovative education and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, focusing on improving social work practice, addressing health disparities, and fostering societal well-being.
Our interdisciplinary PhD curriculum prioritizes advanced research methodologies and statistical analysis, requiring completion of 47 credit hours (dissertation not included).
We're proud to present this year's doctoral candidates from The University of Texas at Austin's Steve Hicks School of Social Work. Each candidate has submitted a comprehensive CV, research summary, and statements outlining their academic approach. Prospective employers are welcome to reach out directly regarding faculty position opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission to The University of Texas at Austin Graduate School and to the doctoral program at the Steve Hicks School of Social Work are as follows:
A master’s degree from an accredited school of social work. Exceptions are sometimes made for students with a master’s degree in a related field who have extensive experience in human services
A grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or comparable grade point average in upper-division work (junior- and senior-level courses) and in any graduate work already completed.
International applicants only: All international students whose native country’s primary language is not English must also submit scores for both the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test of Spoken English (TSE), or the TOEFL-IBT. TOEFL scores for the four sections should sum to at least 100, and it is preferable to score a minimum of 25 in each section. We do not accept IELTS in lieu of TOEFL scores.
Tuition
USD
19,108