Our Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers more than just a degree—it’s a path to transforming lives and creating lasting change. Whether you’re passionate about empowering individuals, families, and small groups, or leading large-scale initiatives through community, administration, and policy (CAP) practice, our MSW program equips you with the advanced skills and expertise to make a profound impact.
Programs of Study
We are very pleased that you are considering the Howard University School of Social Work for your graduate school work education. We offer the MSW Flagship program, the Ph.D. program, the MSW/MDiv program, the MSW/MBA program, the MSW/MPH program, and the newly implemented online MSW Starship program.
Few social work programs in the United States can claim as rich a legacy and heritage as Howard's. The goals and objectives of the School of Social Work emphasize preparation of advanced level MSW professionals to practice at the local, national and international levels for the solution of human problems and to become leaders in their communities.
Our doctoral graduates are prepared for the professoriate, research and leadership. Both masters and doctoral graduates are expected to become architects of liberating structures in communities that are empowered to serve the best interests of all their members. Leadership is our hallmark. Oppression and social and economic injustice are among our prime targets.
