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The mission of Howard University School of Social Work is to prepare MSW graduates for advanced professional practice at local, national and international levels for the solution of human problems and to become leaders in their communities: Explore our MSW program offerings and embark on your journey towards becoming a social work changemaker.

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Welcome to the Howard University School of Social Work, where excellence meets advocacy and compassion transforms communities. Explore our flagship Master of Social Work (MSW) program, where you are empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities centered on the six principles of the Black Perspective. Apply today and become a part of our legacy of excellence at Howard University School of Social Work. Learn More

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Howard University’s Masters of Social Work Program and its Online MSW program are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Commission on Accreditation. Think our Online MSW program may be right for you?

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The dual MSW/MBA program emphasizes multidimensional skills and competencies from the fields of business and social work. The program is designed for a limited number of mature students with some supervisory and/or administrative experience. Field internships are arranged in management , policy research and development, in such sites as social welfare organizations, hospitals philantrhopic foundations, and government.

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The mission of the MSW/MDiv Dual Degree Program is to provide an integrated course of study that prepares graduates for fath-based ministry, enhances students' indentiy and role in both social work and divinity and provides a convergences of conceptual frameworks from the bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels of social and spiritual assessment and intervention.

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The purpose of the HUSSW Leadership in Public Health Social Work Education dual degree program is to increase the educational opportunities for social work students to develop an understanding and knowledge of the intersection of social work and public health principles and models.

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The Howard University School of Social Work is proud to be ranked #12 in the U.S. News & World Report's Best Graduate Social Work Programs. This significant rise from the 16th position reflects the dedication and excellence of our leadership, faculty, students, and staff. Our commitment to teaching the Black perspective and fostering a program of unparalleled quality empowers us to educate and train Howard prepared social workers who are equipped to make a profound impact in their communities and beyond.

We’re honored to recognize the contributions of our Howard University School of Social Work (HUSSW) faculty and students who presented at the 2024 Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Annual Planning Meeting. Each presenter/panelist shared invaluable insights and led impactful discussions on key issues shaping the future of social work.

Howard University School of Social Work proudly announced that MSW student Ebony Dukes Wilcox and Doctoral student Hannan Hijazi have been selected as recipients of the 2024-2025 CSWE Minority Fellowship Program (MFP). This fellowship, an initiative of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), supports emerging leaders dedicated to improving mental health and substance abuse services for underserved communities.

Peer Case Management Institute Graduation July 2024

The DC Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness (TCP), Pathways to Housing DC, and Howard University’s School of Social Work launched the pioneering Peer Case Management Institute. As covered by the Washington Post, The Washington Informer, and WTOP, the Peer Case Management Institute graduated its first cohort on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The graduates, once homeless themselves, have completed the comprehensive training program and are now equipped with the skills and knowledge to serve as case managers in the homeless service system.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey in leadership? Whether you're just stepping into a leadership role or seeking to enhance your existing skills, the Fred Taylor "Roll Away the Stone" Leadership Certificate program is tailored to meet your needs for leadership development and capacity building in the human services sector. The next cohort is scheduled to commence September 2024.

Dr. Inabel Burns Lindsay, founding Dean of the Howard University School of Social Work

Founding Dean of School of Social Work Inabel Burns Lindsay, a Social Justice Champion and Innovative Leader

HUSSW goes in-depth on specific subject matter affecting society at large.

Howard University School of Social Work works to improve awareness and responses to mental health needs and suicide prevention through Mental Health First Aid training and more.

Dean Crewe poses in front of a Black Lives Matter sign with a Social Work for Social Justice poster at the Lucy Diggs Slowe street dedication.

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In the HUSSW Multidisciplinary Gerontology Center's new podcast, Dr. Robert Cosby sits down with social justice leaders and community members to discuss topics of aging, equity, and legacy, particularly in the Black community. Current...

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Howard University School of Social Work hosted a webinar titled, The Impact of Political Decisions on Vulnerable Populations, as part of our Mental Health Series: “The Struggle is Real – Affirming Strengths in the Black Community.”

Led by Kyaus Washington, MSW, LGSW, the session explored the profound ways political decisions shape the lives of vulnerable populations. Washington provided real-world examples and shared actionable advocacy strategies for social workers and allied professionals to support and empower those most affected by policy shifts.

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Testimonials

Jasmine Garnes

MSW Social Work Method of Concentration: Direct Practice

“Howard University's School of Social Work contributed to my growth as an individual and as a professional transitioning into a field that can be challenging, yet rewarding. The School of Social Work program helped shape me into the Social Worker I am today...”