PhD in Social Work and Social Welfare

Yeshiva University

Our Ph.D. in Social Welfare Program prepares students for careers in research, academia, leadership, policy, and administration. Join the next generation of scholars, educators, and influencers in the field of social work. Variability and Flexibility: Classes are offered with spring and fall start terms at convenient times for working professionals. Choose full-time or part-time. Take classes in a virtual classroom format. Individualized: Close learning environment with a low teacher-student ratio (often eight to twelve students per class) and opportunities for one-to-one work with individual faculty for advanced study and dissertation preparation. Personal Attention and Writing Support: Classes encourage close interaction with faculty, guest lecturers and peers. An on-site writing center for Wurzweiler students is available at no additional cost to assist with scholarly writing. World-Renowned Educational Experience: Students and faculty come from all walks of life, enriching your learning experience. Diverse Student Body: Wurzweiler’s students come from diverse ethnic, religious, and generational backgrounds, and represent a broad spectrum of professional experience and levels of practice.

Wurzweiler School of Social Work