Turn Your Goals into Reality

Explore our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is at the end of the event listing, under ‘Website’.

The UK Difference

Our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program was developed with practitioners in mind. This high-quality, rigorous program prepares practitioners to navigate the complexities of a contemporary practice landscape by providing education and experiences congruent with advanced practice proficiency among specialized populations.

Anywhere, Anytime

Courses are taught online through asynchronous models with the exception of residency week during the summer, which is taught synchronously. An asynchronous option is available for those who cannot be in attendance.

Multiple Concentration Options

Choose from one of four concentrations: Administrative Leadership, Clinical Social Work, Social Work Education, or Military Behavioral Health.

Unique Centers and Labs

Leverage our unique centers and labs, including the Training Resource Center, Interdisciplinary Research Center on Children and Families, Kentucky Kinship Resource Center, Self-Care Lab, Suicide Prevention and Exposure Lab, and Military Behavior Health Lab to enhance your learning and research.

Efficient

Using an innovative Core Plus Model, our DSW program affords you an efficient and affordable way to earn your degree. From start to finish, you can complete the DSW degree in two to three years, depending on full-time or part-time status.