Doctoral Student Policies

Academic Policies
Indiana University Graduate School has established formal criteria and procedures for admission of students to the Ph.D. and PreDoc programs in the School of Social Work.  The Director of the Ph.D. Program oversees the implementation of the admissions policies and procedures for the School of Social Work as determined by members of the University Graduate School faculty.  These members set the general requirements for degrees, pass upon the specific requirements of programs, approve courses for graduate credit, and certify candidates for degrees.  The Graduate Council, dean, and administrative staff execute the previously mentioned functions.  More specifically, University Graduate School faculty serve on advisory and research committees for doctoral students, direct doctoral dissertations, and elect members of the Graduate Council.  All requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in social work are consistent with the policies established by the Indiana University Graduate School.  Please refer to the Indiana University Graduate School Bulletin for a more detailed explanation of policies governing doctoral programs.