Program Overview

Diana R. Garland School of Social Work

The Diana R. Garland School of Social Work offers various programs for students interested in pursuing a career in social work.

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

• The BSW program provides students with a foundation in social work principles and practices.
• Entry into the Major: Students can enter the BSW program after completing the required prerequisite courses.
• BSW Degree Requirements: The program requires students to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours, including coursework and field education.
• BSW Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to BSW students, including scholarships and grants.
• BSW Practicum Education: The practicum provides students with hands-on experience in a social work setting.
• Minors: The school offers several minors, including Civic Interfaith Studies, Gerontology, and Poverty Studies and Social Justice.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

• The MSW program is designed for students who want to advance their social work careers.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to MSW students, including scholarships and assistantships.
• Specializations: The program offers specializations in Clinical Practice and Community Practice.
• Concentrations: Students can choose from various concentrations, including Children and Families, Health, and Mental Health.
• Webinars: The school offers webinars on topics related to social work.
• Alumni Spotlight: The school features alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of social work.
• Curriculum: The MSW curriculum includes coursework and field education.
• Dual Degrees: The school offers dual degree programs, including an MSW/MDiv.
• MSW Practicum Education: The practicum provides students with hands-on experience in a social work setting.
• FAQ - MSW: The school provides answers to frequently asked questions about the MSW program.

Online Master of Social Work (MSW)

• The online MSW program is designed for students who want to advance their social work careers but need the flexibility of an online program.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Standard Program: The standard program is designed for students who do not have a background in social work.
• Advanced Standing Program: The advanced standing program is designed for students who have a background in social work.
• Tuition & Aid: Tuition and financial aid information is available on the school's website.
• Webinars: The school offers webinars on topics related to social work.
• Clinical Practice Specialization: The clinical practice specialization prepares students for careers in clinical social work.
• Community Practice Specialization: The community practice specialization prepares students for careers in community social work.
• Concentrations: Students can choose from various concentrations, including Children and Families, Health, and Mental Health.
• Alumni & Student Spotlight: The school features alumni and students who have made significant contributions to the field of social work.
• FAQ: The school provides answers to frequently asked questions about the online MSW program.

Online MS in Interdisciplinary Studies

• The online MS in Interdisciplinary Studies program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in a field that requires interdisciplinary knowledge.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Curriculum: The curriculum includes coursework in various disciplines, including social work, education, and health.
• Tuition & Aid: Tuition and financial aid information is available on the school's website.
• Faculty: The faculty includes experts in various disciplines.
• FAQ - MSIDS: The school provides answers to frequently asked questions about the online MS in Interdisciplinary Studies program.

Online Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership Program

• The online Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in leadership.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Program pathways: The program offers various pathways, including a certificate program and a master's degree program.
• Tuition & Aid: Tuition and financial aid information is available on the school's website.
• Curriculum: The curriculum includes coursework in leadership, management, and social entrepreneurship.
• Certificates: The program offers various certificates, including a certificate in nonprofit management.
• Webinars: The school offers webinars on topics related to leadership and social entrepreneurship.
• Career Outlook for Social, Nonprofit & Public Leadership: The school provides information on career outlook and job prospects for graduates of the program.
• FAQ - SNPL: The school provides answers to frequently asked questions about the online Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership program.

PhD in Social Work

• The PhD in Social Work program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in social work research and education.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to PhD students, including scholarships and assistantships.
• Program of Study: The program includes coursework and original research.
• Doctoral Faculty Research Interests: The faculty have various research interests, including child welfare, mental health, and health disparities.
• FAQ - PhD: The school provides answers to frequently asked questions about the PhD program.

Global Mission Leadership (MSW)

• The Global Mission Leadership program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in global mission leadership.
• Scholarship Components: The program offers scholarships to students who are pursuing a career in global mission leadership.
• GML Scholars Past and Present: The school features scholars who have participated in the Global Mission Leadership program.
• How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
• Give to GML: The school accepts donations to support the Global Mission Leadership program.

Research & Impact

• The school is committed to research and impact in the field of social work.
• Research Activities: The school conducts research in various areas, including child welfare, mental health, and health disparities.
• Research News: The school provides news and updates on research activities and findings.
• Center for Church & Community Impact (C3i): The C3i is a research center that focuses on the intersection of faith and social work.
• SCRAP@Baylor: SCRAP@Baylor is a research center that focuses on the prevention of child abuse and neglect.
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare Training Program: The program provides training in interdisciplinary healthcare.
• SAGE: Supporting Aging with Grace & Empowerment Collaboratory: SAGE is a research center that focuses on aging and older adults.

Community & Action

• The school is committed to community and action in the field of social work.
• Values and Virtues in Action: The school provides resources and information on values and virtues in action.
• Definitions and Approaches: The school provides definitions and approaches to community and action.
• Opportunities and Celebrations: The school provides opportunities and celebrations for students and faculty.
• So Far, So Good Podcast: The school has a podcast that discusses topics related to social work and community.
• Resources: The school provides resources and information on community and action.

Connect

• The school provides various ways for students, faculty, and alumni to connect.
• Give: The school accepts donations to support various programs and initiatives.
• Event: Book Talk with Kat Armas: The school hosts events, including book talks and lectures.
• Connecting With Care Podcast: The school has a podcast that discusses topics related to social work and care.
• Continuing Education Units: The school provides continuing education units for social workers.
• Current Internship Supervisors: The school provides resources and information for current internship supervisors.
• Become an Internship Supervisor: The school provides information on how to become an internship supervisor.
• Become an Internship Placement Site: The school provides information on how to become an internship placement site.
• Post a Job Opportunity: The school provides a job board for social work job opportunities.
• Community Connection Magazine: The school has a magazine that discusses topics related to social work and community.