Ph.D. in Social Work

Advance your scholarship in social work—part-time, online, with summer immersion

Sacred Heart University’s Ph.D. in Social Work prepares practicing social work professionals to advance your research and practice. This flexible, part-time online program includes faculty mentorship, teaching opportunities, interdisciplinary research and a one-week summer residency, allowing you to grow as a scholar while advancing your career.

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Lead in the Field Prepare for academic faculty positions, research roles and leadership in social work

Icon of students — Summer Residency Connect with your cohort in a one-week residency

Part-time Online Designed for working practitioners

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For more information, fill out the form below or contact Keith Hassell at 203-365-4731 or hassellk@sacredheart.edu.

Become a leader in social work research and education

Flexible online learning for working professionals—Online coursework with live faculty sessions and summer residency
Faculty mentorship & teaching opportunities—Work with faculty mentors and gain teaching experience in BSW and MSW programs
Research & global opportunities—Conduct interdisciplinary research on social justice and study abroad at SHU campus

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