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Dual and Joint Degree Options

Reflecting the UConn Social Work School’s commitment to interdisciplinary teaching, practice and research, dual and joint degree programs provide the opportunity to seek degrees in two professions simultaneously.

This option allows students to finish both degrees in less time, compared to earning each degree independently.Students must apply separately and be admitted to each school. Candidates are encouraged to apply and begin both programs at the same time; however, a student may apply prior to the completion of their first year in either program.

Dual Degree Options

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Public Health (MPH)/Social Work (MSW) Dual Degree Program with UConn in Applied Public Health Sciences (MSW/MPH)

In conjunction with the Applied Public Health Sciences program in the Department of Public Health Sciences in School of Medicine, the School of Social Work offers students the opportunity to earn an MSW/MPH concurrently in three or four years They master interdisciplinary preparation in the fields of both public health and social work.

  • SSW Contact: Carlton Jones, MS, Director of Student & Academic Services, 959-200 3672, carlton.jones@uconn.edu
  • MPH Contact: Stacey L. Brown, PhD, Associate Director and Coordinator of the Dual Degree Programs, Program in Applied Public Health Sciences, 860-679-2927

Juris Doctor (JD)/Social Work (MSW) Dual Degree Program with UConn Law School (MSW/JD)

In conjunction with the UConn School of Law, students have the opportunity to earn a dual degree of Juris Doctor JD/Social Work MSW. The MSW/JD degree program prepares students to advocate for the legal and social needs of vulnerable communities. It is designed for students interested in the social impact of the legal system upon individuals. Students pursue this degree to prepare for careers in fields such as public interest law, mental health law, elder law, women’s rights, penology, juvenile advocacy, human services administration, community organizing, and public policy and planning.

Joint Degree Options

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Public Administration (MPA) and Social Work (MSW) Joint Program with UConn School of Public Policy (MSW/MPA)

In collaboration with the UConn Department of Public Policy, the School of Social work offers a program in which students may earn an MSW/MPA concurrently in three years, rather than the normally required four. The opportunity offers students interdisciplinary preparation, competencies, and knowledge in public administration and social work. Students must be accepted into both programs prior to the completion of their first year in either program.

  • SSW Contact: Carlton Jones, MS, Director of Student & Academic Services, 959-200-3672, carlton.jones@uconn.edu
  • SPP Contact: Catherine Guarino, MPA, Administrative Program Director, 959-200-3753, guarino@uconn.edu

Divinity (M.Div.) and Social Work (MSW) Joint Program with Yale Divinity School (MSW/M.Div.)

In collaboration with the Yale University Divinity School in New Haven, Connecticut, the School of Social Work offers a program in which students may earn the MSW degree from UConn and the M.Div. degree from Yale in four years instead of the five years required when these programs are taken separately. Yale University will accept up to nine elective credits earned in UConn’s MSW program. Students should consult with the School of Social Work Joint Degree liaison to discuss the approval of their Yale elective coursework. Students must be enrolled concurrently in both schools and earn both degrees simultaneously to benefit from this arrangement.

  • SSW Contact: Carlton Jones, MS, Director of Student & Academic Services, 959-200-3672, carlton.jones@uconn.edu
  • Yale Divinity Contact: Lisabeth Huck, Director of Academic Services and Registrar and Records Officer, 203-432-5312, lisabeth.huck@yale.edu