Doctorate in Social Work (DSW)

The Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) degree is designed for MSW practitioners seeking a doctoral-level practice-focused degree in Trauma-Informed Leadership and Practice.

Graduates are prepared to be experts in trauma-informed clinical practice, program and organizational management, and to be producers/disseminators of practice-based knowledge for both the professional practice community and Schools of Social Work.

• Immerse yourself in our gold-standard curriculum focused on trauma-informed leadership and practice.
• Learn with faculty who conduct cutting-edge practice research, present internationally, and hold elected office.
• Be ready to be treated as a human and not a number with caring, student-centered professors and advisors.
• Participate in peer mentoring, our annual doctoral symposium, our writing collective, and our virtual coffee hour.
• Prepare for your future as a doctoral level, scholar-practitioner who will transform workplaces and shape practice

Congratulations on taking the first step to pursue your passion, advance your career, and make a difference in your community. We are committed to assist each student through the admission process.

Whether you transition straight from undergraduate studies to a graduate program or have been out of school for some time, we offer a welcoming and professional environment for graduate study.

With small class sizes, there is a considerable amount of personalized attention from your faculty and opportunities to build strong relationships with fellow classmates.

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education.

Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.