Doctor of Social Work (DSW), Curriculum Sequence

The typical plan of study for the DSW requires enrollment in a minimum of nine(9) credit hours per term to remain full-time.  Not every course is offered every term, and the following plan of study is an illustration.  At the initial conference with an academic advisor, a preliminary plan of study will be established, and this will be reported to the School of Graduate Studies (using the SGS Plan of Study Form) for placement in the student’s official file.  At this time, any anticipated exceptions or anticipated transfer credits will be noted.  An estimated time for completion of the capstone project must be included.  Changes to the plan of study will be reported to the School of Graduate Studies.  The student and the advisor will sign the form submitted to the School of Graduate Studies.  

The following plan of study is based on a 36 hour DSW program: