📖Introduction

The University of St. Thomas has cultivated a rich tradition of intellectual inquiry and ethical leadership. At the heart of the St. Thomas experience is a dedication to holistic education, where students are not only equipped with knowledge and skills but also encouraged to explore their ethical and moral responsibilities.

St. Thomas offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines, all underscored by a rigorous curriculum and a supportive learning environment. The university prides itself on fostering a tight-knit community where faculty, staff, and students collaborate to address real-world challenges. This emphasis on community extends beyond the campus, with St. Thomas actively contributing to the betterment of society through service-learning initiatives and partnerships with local organizations. As a beacon of intellectual inquiry and social responsibility, the University of St. Thomas stands as a testament to the transformative power of education.

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📚About the Program

PhD in Social Work at University of St. Thomas, Minnesota

The St. Thomas DSW is the first online DSW program to focus on preparing social work faculty and practitioners specifically for university-level teaching and leadership. Experienced social work educators and practitioners with an MSW degree will gain the skills and credentials to teach and lead in the social work profession and become stewards of the discipline. The online delivery format makes this program accessible to working professionals throughout the country and graduates will be prepared to: Engage in transformative teaching, Develop an identity as a scholar practitioner, Pursue social justice through service and leadership, Write for publication. The expansion of bachelor’s and master’s programs in social work has created a strong demand for faculty who hold doctorates. Strong practitioners, adjunct faculty and clinical faculty need teaching skills, writing and publication skills, a full understanding and integration of the roles of the professoriate, and credentials to confidently teach and lead in university settings. Show less
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🏫About University of St. Thomas, Minnesota

The University of St. Thomas in Minnesota has become synonymous with academic excellence and ethical leadership. At its core, the university offers a rigorous curriculum across diverse undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering an environment where students not only acquire knowledge and skills but also explore the ethical dimensions of their education. What sets St. Thomas apart is its dedication to creating a close-knit community that extends beyond the classroom. Faculty, staff, and students collaborate to address real-world challenges, reflecting the university's ethos of service and community engagement. This commitment to social responsibility is evident in partnerships with local organizations, making the University of St. Thomas a beacon of transformative education that prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

$0 USD

Tuition fee:

18,000 USD per year

54,000 USD in total

Insurance is 2,272 USD.

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Master's

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters
  • Research proposal

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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