Admissions

Becoming a Howard-Trained Social Worker: Your Journey Starts Here

The Howard University School of Social Work (HUSSW) is committed to preparing advanced practitioners and future leaders in social work who are dedicated to enhancing human well-being and transforming the human, organizational, social, and economic conditions that impact quality of life—particularly for African Americans, other communities of color, and underserved populations around the world. In alignment with Howard University’s mission, HUSSW promotes the pursuit of knowledge through research, discovery, innovative practices, strategic partnerships, and the scholarly contributions of its faculty, students, staff, and alumni.

HUSSW places a strong emphasis on social justice advocacy and lifelong learning, advancing its mission through community engagement, international collaboration, public policy initiatives, and the integration of emerging technologies.

We are delighted that you are considering the Howard University School of Social Work for your graduate education. Our academic offerings include the MSW Flagship (on-campus) program, the MSW Starship (online) program, the Ph.D. program, and several dual degree options: MSW/MDiv, MSW/MBA, and MSW/MPH.

Howard University School of Social Work takes pride in the philosophy of The Black Perspective and ensuring that our students are ready to face the issues found in communities including poverty, imprisonment, and mental health.

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Contact Admissions

Director of Admissions- Sandra Gammons
Sandra Gammons, LGSW

Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
Email: socialworkadmissions@howard.edu
Phone:  202-806-6450 
 

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Sarah Jackson

Administrative Assistant, Office of Admissions
Email: socialworkadmissions@howard.edu
Phone:  202-806-6450