Program Overview

MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program

The Bloomberg School and the University of Maryland School of Social Work offer the Master of Public Health and Master of Social Work (MPH/MSW) dual degree program.

About

Students gain a population-based perspective and expertise in the quantitative sciences that, when combined with training in social work, prepare them to be effective members of the social work community with the ability to plan, implement and evaluate service programs.

Program Structure

• Year 1: MSW coursework, University of Maryland School of Social Work
• Year 2: MPH coursework in the 11-month, full-time format
• Year 3: MSW coursework, University of Maryland School of Social Work

Admission Requirements

Applicants must apply separately to the Bloomberg School and the University of Maryland School of Social Work. The standard MPH admissions prerequisite of two years of health-related work experience is waived. All other prerequisites must be met.

Application Process

The application to the MPH program is processed through SOPHAS, and applicants should take care to indicate the appropriate year they will begin the MPH program.

Benefits

Students complete both the MSW and MPH programs with fewer courses than if they had enrolled in each program separately. There are no additional MPH core course requirements for MPH/MSW students.