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.
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The Howard School of Social Work Welcomes New Dean
Howard University has appointed Sheara Jennings, Ph.D., MSW, as the new dean of the School of Social Work. Dr. Jennings succeeds Dean Sandra Edmonds Crewe, who announced her retirement last fall. Dr. Jennings joins Howard after thirteen years at the University of Houston, where she served in various roles, including Associate Dean of Doctoral Education, the Humana Endowed Chair in Social Determinants of Health, and Special Assistant to the Provost. With a track record of securing over $22 million for projects and programs through partnerships with community-based organizations and being published in respected journals, Dr. Jennings brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role. The School of Social Work looks forward to welcoming Dr. Jennings on July 1, 2024, and anticipates her leadership will drive continued excellence and innovation in social work education and practice.
To read more about her professional and academic accolades, view the article linked below.
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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.
MSW (On-Campus)
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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- Comprehensive Curriculum
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MSW (Online)
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?
MSW / MBA in Social Work
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.
MSW / MDiv in Social Work
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.
MSW / MPH In Social Work
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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Give TodayEmpower Her: Rethinking Mental Health for Black Women
On June 27, 2024, HUSSW Alumna Ms. Jaylynne Williams presented an enlightening webinar, “Empower Her: Rethinking Mental Health for Black Women.” This engaging session explored the implications of the Strong Black Woman schema and examined the cultural and societal factors contributing to the disparities in mental health experienced by Black women. Ms. Williams shared powerful modalities, exercises, and interventions that providers, clinicians, and Black women can incorporate into their personal and professional practice to empower themselves, their community, and their clients.
This webinar is part of the Mental Health Series, “The Struggle is Real: Affirming Our Strengths in the Black Community”, in collaboration with BlackDoctors.org. The initiative aims to promote mental wellness within the African American community, and we are proud to have our own Social Work faculty leading the charge.
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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...”
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