Academic Programs and Services
The School of Social Work offers programs leading to a BSW, MSSW, or Ph.D. degree. The BSW and MSSW programs include a substantial Field Education component and are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, the accrediting organization for undergraduate and master's level professional social work education. Please visit the program links for descriptions and admission information specific to each degree program. You may request information and application packets on-line or call (512) 232-7352 or (877) 875-7352.
Recognizing our integral role in the global community, the School of Social Work is committed to actively promote and facilitate social justice on a global level. Find out what the School is doing in International Social Work.
The DiNitto Center for Career Services is where students go to find opportunities, jobs, career information, and a wide range of services.
The Electronic Classroom supports the School's efforts to put courses on-line. All course listings have links to the course syllabus in PDF format.
Continuing Education lists the School's Professional Development course offerings.
Social work is a profession that provides the opportunity for service to individuals, families, and communities in a variety of diverse settings. Many individuals enter the profession because of the broad spectrum of career opportunities in settings such as private agencies, hospitals, schools, private practice, and local, state and federal government agencies including the legislature. Bachelor's level social workers find careers such as caseworkers, school social workers, probation officers, community organizers, or program directors. Master's level social workers have a variety of job titles, including agency director, clinical therapist, crisis intervention counselor, trainer/consultant, geriatric specialist, program developer, policyanalyst, and program administrator. For those who pursue a Ph.D. in social work, opportunities abound in academia, social research, and private practice.