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Cutting edge programs that aim to produce forward-thinking leaders

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Along with providing new/transfer students with IPads, Norfolk State houses state-of-the-art research and academic facilities

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A passionate campus community and bustling urban environment are the perfect back drop for any academic journey

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Our certified master's in education programs develop collaborative leaders who are compassionate, competent, and knowledgeable. Learn more here: School of Education

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A Nationally Ranked Social Work Program!

The Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work has been ranked #1 as the best Virginia MSW Programs Online by MSW and #120 nationally by U.S. News & World Report in the 2025 Best Graduate Schools rankings

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We See the Leader in You

NSU is one of the nation's largest Historically Black Universities, (HBCU). Our graduate programs attract students and faculty from diverse national, racial and ethnic backgrounds. We extend an invitation to you to join the Spartan family and become an active member of the Graduate Studies community.

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Ph.D. in Social Work

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