Resources for Students in the School of Social Work
The School of Social Work supports students throughout their time at Saint Louis University and beyond. These resources can help students navigate through their studies and careers.
Resources for Incoming Students
Graduate students admitted to the School of Social Work must complete several steps before beginning their first semester of courses at Saint Louis University. Log into the Graduate Application Status Portal to accept your admission offer and pay the enrollment deposit.
Financial aid is available for students of all majors and programs within the Saint Louis University School of Social Work. In addition to financial aid available from Saint Louis University, there are opportunities available for students of social work, applied behavior analysis, criminal justice and criminology, and gerontology.
Learn More About Affording your School of Social Work Degree
Discover on-campus housing options and resources for graduate students through Housing and Residence Life.
Discover essential apps and links that streamline your academic journey,here at Saint Louis University, providing quick access to course materials, campus services, and student support resources. These tools are designed to enhance your university experience and keep you connected.
Find instructions for submitting your ID photo and obtaining your SLU student ID card.
Resources for Current Students
Find information about disability accommodations, accessibility services, and student support resources.
Career Services is well-known for their assistance in finding jobs, however, the office has services for students at all levels of their academic journey. Career Services can help students identify a career path, develop their resume and more.
The Saint Louis University School of Social Work offers forms, field manuals and handbooks
for students at all levels of study.
Graduation is an important time in a student’s life. SLU's graduation and commencement resources will let you know how to apply for graduation, deadlines and forms.
Access research databases, journals, books, study spaces, and expert librarian support through SLU Libraries.
Students in many programs in SLU’s School of Social Work must complete a practicum. This experience allows students to take their classroom knowledge into the field while remaining under the faculty supervision. Students gain a deeper understanding of how their coursework applies outside the classroom, while being able to hone their interests and specialties.
Learning to support yourself as you support others is a vital part of your development.
The Saint Louis University Social Work Association (SWA) arranges social engagements, speakers, panels and much more for undergraduate social work students and the larger SLU community.
Contact: Rachel Crowe, M.S.W., LCSW
The purpose of the Saint Louis University Master of Social Work Student Association
(MSWSA) is to provide a forum for student concerns about the M.S.W. program, foster
community among current SLU M.S.W. students, and advocate for student needs in the
program and profession. We have bi-monthly town halls, the occasional social event,
and annual community service drives.
We are always looking for student involvement. Contact Dr. Allison Gibson if you are interested in an open officer position.
The goal of the Criminology and Criminal Justice Club is to form a bond uniting students and teachers of criminal justice, criminology, the law and social justice within a community.
Alpha Phi Sigma, recognized as the only National Criminal Honor Society, is dedicated to acknowledging the scholastic achievements of students in the field of Criminal Justice, including those in undergraduate, graduate, and Juris Doctor programs. As a certified member of the Association of College Honor Societies and an affiliate of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, Alpha Phi Sigma is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, community service, educational leadership, and fostering unity among its members.
Contact: Joe Zlatic, Ph.D.
The Phi Alpha Honor Society aims to strengthen the bond among social work students and promote humanitarian goals and ideals. It encourages high academic standards in social work and invites students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship and achievement to become members. Eligible students may be invited to join Phi Alpha during the fall and spring semesters.
Contact: Sabrina Tyuse, Ph.D., M.S.W.
The School of Social Work has partnered with Information Technology Services at SLU to provide all students with appropriate and accurate computer recommendations based.
Get personalized feedback on your writing at any stage through free in-person, Zoom, or asynchronous consultations with University Writing Services.
Students who perform volunteer work while studying at SLU’s School of Social Work provide valuable services to the community while also helping to develop their professional interests.
The St. Louis area is home to hundreds of organizations that offer volunteer opportunities, whether you want to work with youth or senior citizens, in health care or education, for justice or against racism. The resources below can assist you in finding opportunities that suit your interests and schedule:
Resources for Alumni
Stay engaged with the Saint Louis University School of Social Work community and continue to make a difference in the lives of others. Your journey with us doesn't end at graduation — it’s just the beginning.
Do you want to show your school pride with some School of Social Work gear? Check out our alumni and program apparel.