Dr. Sonia Duckworth

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sonia Duckworth is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Washington. With a focus on social justice and trauma-informed wellness practices, Sonia is dedicated to empowering youth, improving education access, and advocating for community welfare. She has extensive experience in nonprofit management and grant-writing, and her efforts have led to significant increases in graduate applications. Her early career included roles with the Social Development Research Group and the Community Health Advancement Program. Additionally, Sonia has worked as a psychotherapist, focusing on behavioral change strategies to help clients effectively manage depression. Beyond her academic responsibilities, she serves on advisory boards for local K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations and is a certified yoga teacher.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.