Social Work MSW/Social Welfare PhD
School of Social Work
Program Description
The Social Work/Social Welfare MSW/PhD program prepares ambitious social justice advocates for a career in conducting research of consequence. The dual-degree program reduces the total time and credits compared to completing each degree separately. The MSW/PhD program offers both traditional and advanced standing tracks and incorporates our signature trauma-informed and human rights perspectives.
Program Contact
Lauren McGowan
685 Baldy Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Email: swinfo@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-1254
Fax: 716-645-3456
Instruction Method
- In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)
Full/Part Time Options
- Full Time
Credits Required
- 72 Hours
Time-to-Degree
- 5 Years
Application Fee
- $100
Special Requirements
A bachelor‘s degree in social work is required for the advanced standing version of the MSW/PhD dual degree.
This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).
Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.