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I am also an LMSW interested in research. I am considering a PhD in social work, sociology or public health. I am not in a position to relocate and those are the three programs in my city that I am looking at. The sociology program is the one that seems to best match my interests, but I do like the practical application of social work or public health research. I may apply to all three programs and see what happens!

I did not apply this season...but I am currently 37 so I am curious about people's views on acceptance into PhD programs and future job prospects for us of a more advanced age. Also, I am wondering if any of you all applied to Rice and what your experiences were like and how much you all know about their program.

I am planning to apply for a PhD in SW this fall. I have a family, so relocation isn't really an option right now as we will be relying on my husband's income. There is only one program here in my city, so that is the only one I am applying to. Although there is another school that has an interesting Sociology PhD program. But I identify as a social worker, and the sociology program is 5-7 years. I would hope to get out of SW in 4. (This is all assuming my application is successful). My goal would be to become a professor (yes, and relocate the family) or do policy/research. So I am looking for research skills in particular. But I would love to hear from others about the SW PhD -where does it lead to? Is it respected? Same questions as HopingforaSWphd posted