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UW School of Social Work

PhD Program in Social Welfare

Be an Agent of Change

The University of Washington Doctoral Program in Social Welfare Is One of the Nation's Outstanding Programs

  • The commitment to diversity and social justice is deeply embedded in our teaching, research, and service.
  • Interdisciplinary opportunities involve a rich array of resources in the Northwest's premier research university.
  • Our graduates are employed in well-regarded social work programs throughout the country and are in high demand for their skills in advanced research.

NIMH-Funded Prevention Research Training Program Focused on Mental Health Problems & Disorders

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Application Deadline

PhD Application Deadline for Fall 2012 is December 15, 2011


Fall leaves

Planning a Visit to Seattle this Autumn?

Come to the PhD Program 
Open House
Thursday, October 18, 2012
5:00-6:30 PM
School of Social Work Commons (Rm 305, 3rd floor)
4101 15th Ave NE, Seattle

For info on the open house or travel planning to visit Seattle, contact the Program Office at 206.685.1680 or phdmhpr@uw.edu.